O’Malley Acts More and More Like a Candidate

Against the backdrop of the Clinton email controversy, Martin O’Malley’s actions make him look more and more like a presidential candidate.

Edwards’ Entrance Stirs Waters in Maryland Senate Race

Rep. Donna Edwards’ entrance into the Maryland Senate race signals the start of a potentially bruising primary season as Edwards and Rep. Chris Van Hollen begin the fight for endorsements and money.

From the Notebook: Republicans and the Maryland Senate Race

With Democrats Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards jumping into the Senate race that’s barely a week old, what does the timetable look like for Republicans?

Tea Party Attitude Toward Obama Influenced by Race

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

Brown Surges in Endorsements, Others Downplay the Support

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown added another endorsement to his growing list of sponsors Thursday, but others suggest this support doesn’t make a difference when voters go to the ballot box.

45 Years Later, Tydings’ Gun Control Bill Remains a Cautionary Tale

As Congress debates new gun control measures, former Sen. Joseph Tydings’ story is increasingly relevant as an example of what can happen when a politician draws the ire of the gun lobby.

Harris Poised to Become New Face of Maryland Republicans

Less than two weeks from Election Day, tension and uncertainty are mounting, but if the stars align in Congressional Districts 6 and 1 and the U.S. Senate race, Rep. Andy Harris may soon be the highest-ranking Republican in Maryland.

Van Hollen: No Statuette for Portraying Paul Ryan

Rep. Chris Van Hollen said Friday that although he played Paul Ryan in six mock debates with Vice President Joe Biden, it was the vice president’s knowledge of the topics, and not the congressman’s preparation assistance, that was crucial to Biden’s performance.

Governors O’Malley and McDonnell, Friendly Neighbors, National Rivals

While neither is on a ballot in November, Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Martin O’Malley and Virginia’s Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell are waging a proxy war this year, campaigning for gubernatorial candidates across the country while simultaneously boosting their own chances at national office.

Delaney, Bartlett to Battle for 6th District in November

Maryland’s establishment Democrats — stung by the defeat of their favored 6th Congressional District candidate Rob Garagiola on Tuesday — began to make amends the day after the primary.