Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
The Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project exemplifies the concept of “sacrifice zones,” where rural areas are designated for dangerous infrastructure, prioritizing profit over community welfare. This trend reflects a national pattern, where marginalized communities face exploitation while urban centers benefit. The silence from officials underscores the systemic neglect of rural rights and needs.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) faces criticism for fiscal mismanagement, politicized priorities, and exclusionary land policies that neglect rural communities. Despite receiving significant funding, transparency is lacking, and traditional conservation practices have been overshadowed by a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, sidelining local hunters and anglers. An audit is urgently needed.
The Untold Truth About Maryland’s DNR: Millions Spent, Little Accountability, and the Silencing of Rural Voices Read MoreMaryland is facing significant challenges, including economic losses and a projected $3 billion deficit. High-profile companies like IonQ and the FBI headquarters have left for Virginia, raising concerns over leadership and competitiveness. Governor Wes Moore’s long-term educational reforms are criticized for neglecting immediate economic issues, risking further losses of businesses and residents.
MARYLAND ON THE BRINK? Read MoreNot long ago, Maryland’s finances were the envy of the region. Former Governor Larry Hogan, despite fierce opposition from a Democratic-controlled legislature, managed to keep the state’s fiscal house in …
OP-ED: The Vanishing Surplus — How Wes Moore Let Maryland’s Budget Fall Off a Cliff Read MoreTexas’ TRUST Act mandates judges disclose campaign contributions and financial support from parties appearing in court, enhancing transparency and restoring public faith in the judicial system. Maryland and Virginia lack similar transparency measures, raising concerns about bias and favoritism. Introducing a TRUST Act in these states would promote fairness and accountability.
Maryland and Virginia Need Their Own TRUST Act: It’s Time to Pull Back the Curtain on Judicial Bias Read MoreMaryland families are facing new taxes and fees due to government mismanagement and a rising deficit blamed on years of irresponsible budgeting. Lawmakers opted for increased taxation rather than addressing structural issues, disproportionately burdening working families and small business owners. Accountability is demanded from the administration as economic difficulties worsen.
You Pay, They Play: How Maryland Politicians Tanked the Budget and Stuck You With the Bill Read More