Four of Maryland’s recently redrawn congressional districts are among the 25 least-compact congressional districts in the country.
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A selection of my published stories
Battles over Maryland ballot issues flooded by out-of-state funds
The battles over ballot measures in Maryland that would legalize same-sex marriage and expand gambling in the state have been inundated with funds from out of state.
Continue ReadingMontgomery police union used felons to gather signatures in petition drive
Montgomery County’s police union used felons, including a fugitive and a man convicted of forgery, to collect signatures for a ballot measure that would kill legislation reducing police collective bargaining rights.
Continue ReadingSilver Spring Transit Center doesn’t meet safety standards
Large sections of the Silver Spring Transit Center have to be rebuilt because they don’t meet safety standards, prolonging the construction-related traffic snarls that have inconvenienced residents for nearly four years.
Continue ReadingWoman describes close call with Green River Killer
The story of one of two women who managed to escape Gary Ridgway, the serial killer known as the “Green River Killer.” This story was published on CNN.com in connection with the documentary “Easy Prey.” You can read it here.
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