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Some examples of past stories are listed here (as of Sept. 6, 2010 - just article titles, dates and a very short description are here, but much more is at this link):
Fake Democratic Ballots Circulating in Prince George's County Maryland
September 6, 2010 2:06 PM
The Maryland primary is still a week away but there are already allegations of election fraud coming out of Prince George's County.
Fil-Am seeks reelection | Manila Bulletin
September 6, 2010 1:37 PM
A 39-year-old Filipino American and mother of two is gunning for her second term representing the 26th legislative district of Prince George's County in Maryland.
Alsobrooks asks for investigation into campaign flyer - wtop.com
September 5, 2010 4:34 PM
Prince George's County State's Attorney candidate Angela Alsobrooks is asking for a investigation into an illegal sample ballot mailed to Prince George's County voters.
Sen. Muse to file complaint about campaign flyers
September 4, 2010 12:04 PM
State Sen. Anthony Muse (D-Prince George's) plans to file a complaint with the county's elections board Friday about flyers sent to county voters showing that he is backing candidates-- including his own opponent-- that he has not endorsed in the Sept. 14 Democratic primary.
Early voting brings crowds in Prince George's
September 4, 2010 12:01 PM
Prince George's County polling sites were busy with voters and candidates today as early voting for the primary election began for the first time in Maryland.
The Brian Murphy bubble
September 3, 2010 2:28 PM
Hurricane Earl, heading up the East Coast, might disrupt the Labor Day weekend for many beach-goers. But on Maryland's Sept. 14 primary election day, look out for a "perfect storm" brewing within the state's Republican Party.
Introducing Early Voting
September 2, 2010 4:50 PM
Prince George's County Voters can vote early beginning September 3 through September 9.
Prince George's Community Television Alert
September 1, 2010 8:09 PM
Starting, Wednesday September 1st, Prince George's Community Television, "CTV" will be broadcasting more than 15 hours of Candidate Debates presented by the Prince George's County chapters of the League of Women Voters and the NAACP in cooperation with Prince George's Commu …
State Senator Indicted On Bribery, Extortion Charges - News Story - WBAL Baltimore
September 1, 2010 6:12 PM
A federal grand jury has indicted a Maryland state senator on charges of bribery, conspiracy, mail fraud and extortion in connection with a scheme involving Shoppers Food Warehouse.
For Prince George's County offices - Greater Greater Washington
September 1, 2010 1:16 PM
Prince George's County has a large number of competitive races because of term limits. The County Executive and 5 of the 9 councilmembers are term limited out, creating many open and competitive seats.
Early Voting Comes to College Park (And All of Maryland)
September 1, 2010 1:13 PM
Residents of College Park – and, indeed, all of Maryland – are no longer limited to a single day to cast their votes for this year's primary elections.
Officials Wonder Whether People Will Vote Early - wjz.com
August 31, 2010 6:43 PM
Elections officials are watching carefully to see how well Marylanders take to the idea of early voting. For the first time, voters are allowed to cast ballots up to six days in advance of the election.
Sydney Harrison top earner, spender to date in County Council District 9 race
August 27, 2010 12:44 PM
Sydney Harrison of Upper Marlboro, one of 10 candidates vying for the Prince George's County Council's District 9 seat, has outraised and outspent all of his opponents so far in 2010, according to the most recent campaign finance reports filed with the Maryland Board of Elections …
Currie report shows thousands missing from campaign fund - baltimoresun.com
August 26, 2010 7:02 PM
The chairman of Maryland's powerful Senate Budget and Taxation Committee reported Thursday that roughly $187,000 has been drained from his campaign account, and his attorney is conducting a "comprehensive investigation" to determine what happened to the money.
Prince George's nonprofits tout higher profile
July 23, 2010 5:51 PM
Candidates for county executive are paying more attention to the needs of Prince George's nonprofits, which means advocacy efforts are paying off, say leaders of those groups.
What's at stake in the Prince George's County elections - Greater Greater Washington
July 20, 2010 3:50 PM
The September 14th Democratic primary could dramatically change Prince George's County's current trajectory of lagging behind the region on job growth, Metro station area development, and quality public schools.
In Prince George's exec race, liabilities abound
July 16, 2010 6:46 AM
There are five hopefuls vying for Prince George's County executive, but political observers say the concerns about each raise questions about the level of quality of those running for office.
Lone Republican candidate running in Dist. 26
July 15, 2010 6:25 PM
Branding herself with the scarlet letter "R," Holly Ellison Henderson, the lone Republican candidate in the race for District 26 House of Delegates, said she is bent on improving the community and reaching across party lines.
Maryland Politics - Paper: Nonprofit led by Baker under state investigation
July 15, 2010 3:00 AM
A nonprofit once headed by Prince George's County executive candidate Rushern L. Baker III is under state investigation for failing to disclose its finances for several consecutive years, the Washington Examiner reported Wednesday.
Prince Georgian: Conversation with Joseph L. Wright - Candidate for Prince George's County, MD State's Attorney
July 13, 2010 2:58 PM
I had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Wright and have a wide ranging conversation. I am open to similar invitations from any candidate running for any office in Prince George's County.
An overlooked success story at Piscataway Park
July 12, 2010 4:47 PM
The daily coverage by The Post and other media of the environmental disaster in the Gulf of Mexico has elbowed out local coverage of an environmental victory here at home.
Candidate Forums Co-Sponsored by Prince George's County Civic Federation, Inc.
July 12, 2010 4:10 PM
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Md. state senator has history of financial reporting lapses
July 9, 2010 1:40 AM
Maryland State Sen. David C.
Dist. 9 candidates share plans for southern Prince George's
July 1, 2010 7:46 PM
Candidates vying for the District 9 seat of the Prince George's County Council gathered Wednesday to address Marlton residents' concerns about the lack of attention paid to south county by officials in the past.
Prince George's County candidates speak at faith-based forum
July 1, 2010 7:36 PM
Four of the six declared candidates running for Prince George's County executive spoke to local clergy members and at least 500 residents at a forum Sunday about their plans to bolster the county's economy, improve public safety, address the high rate of foreclosures and improve …
Four county executive candidates talk issues, qualifications at PRISCM forum Jackson, Knotts absent
July 1, 2010 7:33 PM
Two candidates for Prince George's County Executive were noticeably absent Sunday from the candidate forum organized by the Partnership for Renewal in Southern and Central Maryland.
Jackson rivals see hand of Johnson at work in Prince George's campaign
June 29, 2010 9:53 AM
For some, the headline on a recent blog item said it all: "Prince George's County Government Endorses Michael Jackson."
Maryland Politics - Just what the Pr. Geo's election needed: A funky groove
June 29, 2010 9:42 AM
His chances of besting five opponents in this year's county executive race remain to be seen, but there is one area in which Prince George's County Council Member Samuel H. Dean (D) may have just opened up a huge lead: Best original campaign theme song.
Prince George's school board fails in bid to repeal election law
June 26, 2010 2:29 AM
A Prince George's County Circuit Court judge ruled against the school board's request to repeal a law that forces members to resign from the board when they file to run for an elected office other than the school board.
Why focus on only 2 of 6 Prince George's candidates?
June 26, 2010 2:20 AM
Paul Schwartzman provided an insightful characterization of the economy, crime, education and development in Prince George's County ["Identity crisis in Prince George's," front page, June 22].
Young county congressional candidate takes on oil king
June 23, 2010 10:50 PM
"I'm glad to see that President Obama was able to take this step forward, but I believe the amount is too small. I would like to see it doubled.
Prince George's Gall takes on 'House of Hoyer'
June 23, 2010 10:44 PM
Running for public office in Prince George's County, the geographical backbone of Washington, D.C., requires some steel in your spine.
Oxon Hill resident makes run for Dist. 8 Council seat
June 17, 2010 10:51 AM
Seeking to give a voice in Prince George's County government to concerned residents inside the Capital Beltway and young people, Oxon Hill resident Antwan Brown, 31, said he is looking to create a more inclusive county government as he runs for the District 8 County Council seat.
Maryland Politics - First Click, Maryland -- Endorsement season
June 14, 2010 2:02 PM
Between now and November, a slew of interest groups with varying degrees of influence in Annapolis will generate lists of endorsed candidates for statewide and legislative races
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District 47 Senate candidates debate
June 10, 2010 1:58 PM
The two candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for the District 47 Senate seat squared off June 3 during a forum in Cheverly, debating voting records and stances on issues such as development and taxes.
Candidates push jobs message even though it's mostly beyond power of local offices
June 9, 2010 4:47 PM
Surrounded by local labor chiefs at a campaign rally last week in Landover, Rushern L. Baker III, a candidate for Prince George's County executive, made a bold promise:
Jackson still stands by Calvo raid
June 3, 2010 12:05 AM
In case you missed it last week, Prince George's County Sheriff Michael A. Jackson, who is running for county executive, answered criticism for Berwyn Heights Mayor Cheye Calvo's dogs being shot during an infamous, botched raid by sheriff's deputies in 2008 ... sort of.
The Pledge For Prince George's County: Baker Ethics Proposal
May 21, 2010 3:00 PM
Prohibit County Credit Cards for Elected Officials
District 9 candidate says volunteers responsible for plagiarism
May 18, 2010 10:17 PM
A candidate for the Prince George's County Council District 9 seat apologized Friday for her campaign's plagiarism of another candidate's materials, blaming volunteers and claiming she had no knowledge of what they were doing.
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