Supreme Court hears arguments in Maryland gerrymandering case

Maryland’s gerrymandering case, involving the state’s Sixth Congressional District, that’s been making its way through the courts for several years landed before the U-S Supreme Court on Tuesday.

Out-of-State Donors Eye Opportunity in 6th District Race

Of the about $5 million raised, out-of-state donors have contributed over $1 million to Democrat John Delaney’s campaign.

6th District Debate Brings Promises of Bipartisanship Amid Partisan Attacks

Republican Rep. Roscoe Bartlett and Democrat John Delaney on Sunday night cast themselves as political independents in the race for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District during a debate that still featured the kind of partisan bickering dominating national politics.

Brinkley’s Father Passed Along Political Passion

David Brinkley inherited his passion for politics. His father, a World War II veteran, instilled in him the importance of voting, he said.

Delaney Means Business With District 6 Voters

“Economy,” “jobs” and “the deficit” are words candidates say in campaign speeches to show they are in touch with the issues that matter to people, but to Democratic candidate John Delaney they’re more than just buzzwords.

Bartlett Has Unfinished Business

Bartlett of Frederick will be 86 in June and is running for his 11th term in Congress as the representative from the 6th District.

Hard Work, Legislative Record Define Garagiola Campaign

Rob Garagiola has been busy in Annapolis — really busy. A state senator for more than 10 years, majority leader since 2011 and member of 10 committees, he has sponsored or co-sponsored more than 550 bills in the last five years.

Diversity, Service, Progressive Views Propel Pooran’s Run for Congress

When congressional candidates in the 6th District started actively campaigning in January, Milad Pooran wasn’t allowed — he was 6,000 miles away doing critical care transport in Iraq as a lieutenant colonel in the Air Force Reserves.

Like Father, Like Son? Afzali Hopes So

When Kathy Afzali ran for delegate in 2010 she unseated the incumbent, Joseph Bartlett. Now she’s aiming to do the same to his father, Rep. Roscoe Bartlett.

Bartlett Backs Mustaches, But Not Tax Break

Legislation to give Mustachioed-Americans a $250 tax break was rumored to be supported by Rep. Roscoe Bartlett, but he’s never heard of the STACHE Act.