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Wes Moore’s “Belief in Baltimore” Is More Rhetoric Than Results

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Sen. Antonio Hayes’ op-ed claims Gov. Wes Moore has revitalized Baltimore, showcasing investments and crime reduction. However, the author argues that crime remains high and education underperforming, attributing Baltimore’s woes to decades of poor leadership. Real accountability and tangible results are necessary for meaningful change, not mere belief in the city.

Preferential Protection: Baltimore’s Double Standard on School Security

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

A new Project Baltimore investigation by Chris Papst exposes a troubling double standard in Baltimore City Schools: while school police are forced to disarm during instructional hours, leaving students without armed protection, the district’s CEO toured schools surrounded by armed officers. Parents call it “preferential protection”—safety for leaders, but not for kids.

Maryland Dumbs Down Math: Why Dropping Times Tables Dooms Students

August 30, 2025August 30, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Maryland has adopted new math standards that eliminate the requirement for students to memorize multiplication tables, despite evidence underscoring their importance for algebra readiness. This decision risks worsening current math proficiency crises, undermines federal education guidelines, and raises concerns among parents about diminishing academic standards and student preparation for future challenges.