Tea Party Attitude Toward Obama Influenced by Race

Political scientists say tea party supporters’ racial resentment is expressed through their dislike of President Obama.

In Diverse 6th District, Rural Voters Compete for Attention

As the district’s boundaries have shifted south, suburban voters in Montgomery County have become an increasingly important voting bloc.

Maryland DREAM Act Could Affect Virginians

If Maryland passes the Dream Act, relocating across state lines may be an option for some immigrant families in Northern Virginia.

O’Malley Signs Same-Sex Marriage Bill as Opponents Push Referendum

As Maryland joined the District of Columbia and seven other states in legalizing same-sex marriage Thursday, opponents were already in the beginning stages of an effort to repeal the law in a likely November referendum.