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Ellis–Andrews File for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Seeking Maryland Green Party Nomination

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

On September 22, 2025, Andy Ellis and Owen Silverman Andrews officially launched their campaign as the Green Party ticket for Governor and Lieutenant Governor in Maryland’s 2026 election. Their campaign focuses on justice, democracy, ecology, and multiparty representation, aiming to provide a progressive alternative to the dominant two-party system.

Passport to Nowhere: How Child Support Enforcement Blocks Parents from Working

August 26, 2025August 25, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

A Virginia parent faced barriers to employment due to bureaucratic hurdles related to child support enforcement. Despite a job offer contingent on obtaining a passport, an unexpected demand for a $5,000 payment plan arose. This illustrates systemic issues in child support agencies that perpetuate poverty through inflated arrears and lack of due process.

Weed, Wokeness, and Waste? Maryland’s Cannabis Incubator Blunder Shows the Risks of State-Run Industry

July 9, 2025July 9, 2025 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

Maryland Governor Wes Moore’s ambitious plan for a state-owned cannabis incubator faced community backlash and was scrapped due to poor location choices and lack of transparency. This incident highlights the risks of government overreach, prioritizing ideology over sound planning, ultimately leaving small businesses without the support they need.