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Asbestos in Maryland Schools: Another Safety Crisis Under Wes Moore’s Watch

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Maryland schools face a crisis of asbestos contamination, particularly highlighted by issues at Williamsport High School and the Blair G. Ewing Center, which already suffers from mold. With over 900 students moved to virtual learning, parents question leadership accountability. Asbestos, regulated since the 1980s, remains a significant health risk in many aging facilities.

Maryland Schools Open the Year With Mold: Another Failure of Wes Moore’s Priorities

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

As Maryland students return to school, parents are concerned about mold exposure due to inadequate infrastructure and HVAC failures in schools. Governor Wes Moore’s focus on progressive initiatives overshadows urgent needs for safe classrooms. Parents demand action to ensure proper ventilation and transparency, questioning the administration’s priorities amid ongoing health risks.

MoCo Priorities: Podcasts Over Potholes?

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Montgomery County, Maryland, launched a new podcast, Black Coffee, aimed at uplifting Black voices. However, residents express frustration over neglected infrastructure, like pothole-riddled roads and unsafe school buildings, questioning the allocation of taxpayer funds. The piece argues that community conversations should not overshadow essential services and infrastructure maintenance.