Days before a key provision of his health care law takes effect, President Barack Obama told an audience in Prince George’s County Thursday that affordable health care in the United States is a right and not a privilege and called on Maryland to help spread the word about the Affordable Care Act.
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Success of Obama’s Education Initiative in Maryland Unclear
A report on the failings of President Barack Obama’s $4 billion education initiative has evoked conflicting responses about the program’s effectiveness in Maryland.
Graphic: Who Should Be the Fifth Nats Presidential Mascot?
The Washington Nationals announced Thursday on Twitter that a new presidential mascot would join George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Teddy Roosevelt for the 2013 baseball season.
Hundreds Pledge to Volunteer at National Day of Service
Visitors to the National Mall on Saturday sat down to make cards for hospitalized children and write valentines to veterans.
County Executives Meet With Voters Outside Poll In Laurel
After months of campaigning, voters make decisions on key ballot issues.
Local Baker Puts Tasty Twist on Second Debate
Debate watchers at a bar in Washington enjoyed a treat on a night dedicated to politics.
Obamas Single Out Maryland Olympians at White House Ceremony
The president, vice president and first lady welcomed this year’s summer Olympians and Paralympians to the White House Friday, and gave a special acknowledgment to some of Maryland’s most accomplished athletes.
Montgomery County Volunteers Gather to Watch Obama Acceptance Speech
President Obama’s acceptance speech Thursday night fired up some local campaign volunteers who were already busy working for an Obama win in November.
Md. Delegates Inspired by President Obama’s Speech
“It was inspirational,” said Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md. “I think he laid it out very clearly the choice Americans must make in November, and if you really are concerned about the priorities for our children, and fairness in this country, and opportunity, the choice is clear, Barack Obama.”