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Brinkley’s Father Passed Along Political Passion

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.

Like Father, Like Son? Afzali Hopes So

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.

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

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.

Hard Work, Legislative Record Define Garagiola Campaign

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.

Bartlett Has Unfinished Business

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.

Delaney Means Business With District 6 Voters

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 Backs Mustaches, But Not Tax Break

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.

Democrats Spend, Raise Big Money In 6th District

Democrats Spend, Raise Big Money In 6th District

With the primary election three months away, the Democratic candidates in the 6th District Congressional race have been raising and spending big bucks, proving just how competitive the Republican-held district has become after redistricting.

Poll Brings Bad News for Bartlett — Sort of

Poll Brings Bad News for Bartlett — Sort of

A newly released poll by a Democratic super PAC contains some unwelcome news for Rep. Roscoe Bartlett, but it's unclear how valid the information is.

Email Attacks in Sixth District Race Don’t Hold Up

Email Attacks in Sixth District Race Don’t Hold Up

Sixth District Democratic congressional candidate Rob Garagiola never shared cases with notorious lobbyist Jack Abramoff, and public information used in political attacks on Garagiola linking the two is in error.