FNP Politics: Recent Episodes
The Frederick News-Post
Jan Gardner sits down with News-Post reporter Jack Hogan to discuss her career in politics and the legacy she leaves as Frederick County’s first county executive.
Julianna Lufkin, candidate for Frederick County Council District 5 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss her campaign.
The News-Post is interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive, Frederick County Council and Sheriff to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Mason Carter, candidate for Frederick County Council District 5 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post is interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive, Frederick County Council and Sheriff to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Chuck Jenkins, who is running for reelection as Frederick County Sheriff, joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post is interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council and Sheriff to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
John Fer, candidate for Frederick County Council District 4 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post is interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Tony Chmelik, candidate for Frederick County Council At-Large joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Shelley Aloi, candidate for Frederick County Council District 3, joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss her campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Renee Knapp, candidate for Frederick County Council District At-Large joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss her campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Brad Young, candidate for Frederick County Council At-Large joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Phil Dacey, candidate for Frederick County Council At-Large joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his reelection campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
M.C. Keegan-Ayer, candidate for Frederick County Council District 3 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss her reelection campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Lisa Jarosinski, candidate for Frederick County Council District 2 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss her campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Steve McKay, candidate for Frederick County Council District 2 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his reelection campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
John Distel, candidate for Frederick County Council District 1 joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Jerry Donald, who represents District 1 on the Frederick County Council joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign for reelection.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Frederick County Councilwoman Jessica Fitzwater, the Democratic nominee for Frederick County executive, joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
Maryland state Sen. Michael Hough, the Republican nominee for Frederick County executive, joins politics reporter Jack Hogan in the Frederick News-Post podcast studio to discuss his campaign.
The News-Post will be interviewing candidates for Frederick County executive and Frederick County Council to help voters get to know more about those who will be on their ballot in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Tiffany Noble, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Rayna Remondini, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Olivia Angolia, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Ashley Nieves, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Mark Joannides, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Liz Barrett, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Justi Thomas, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Cindy Rose, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Karen Yoho, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by David Brooks, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jillian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by April Montgomery, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Heather Fletcher, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Heather Fletcher, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Rae Gallagher, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
News-Post education reporter Jilian Atelsek is joined in the podcast studio by Rae Gallagher, one of 16 candidates vying for four seats on the Frederick County Board of Education.
Be sure to catch each interview as we profile candidates ahead of the July 19 primary, when the field will be pared down to eight ahead of the general election in November.
In this week's episode of In Session, host Heather Mongilio and statehouse/county government reporter Steve Bohnel discuss the impact of the coronavirus on state politics.
Gov. Larry Hogan (R) and senior state officials announced sweeping measures this aimed to prevent the spread of the virus, including closing K-12 public schools for two weeks and prohibiting gatherings of more than 250 people, among several other actions.
Statehouse leadership also announced several restrictions regarding access to the statehouse and Senate and House office. Per the state constitution, the state legislature must pass an operating budget, but it remains to be seen if the General Assembly will adjourn early for the first time since the Civil War.
*NOTE: The In Session podcast, due to the coronavirus news, will likely be taking a hiatus for at least next week, and perhaps longer. Visit fredericknewspost.com for all the latest updates regarding the virus and how it's impacting Frederick County.
In this week's episode of In Session, host Heather Mongilio and statehouse/county government reporter Steve Bohnel discuss the latest information about the coronavirus, which has been a topic of discussion among lawmakers in Annapolis.
Later on in the episode, they discuss two bills involving local sponsors. One is from Sen. Ron Young (D-Frederick) mandating that elementary schools statewide allot 150 minutes total each week for physical education and recess.
The other is cross-filed, with Del. Jesse Pippy (R-Frederick and Carroll) from the House of Delegates and Sen. Michael Hough (R-Frederick and Carroll) as local sponsors. They sat on a task force last year which included multiple stakeholders, all who tried to strengthen the state's criminal gang statute. Both Pippy and Hough said the proposal aims to tackle more white-collar crime statewide.
They wrap up the episode by discussing a "signature move" of Del. Kumar Barve, chair of the House of Delegates' Environment and Transportation Committee.
In this week's episode of In Session, host Heather Mongilio and county government/statehouse reporter Steve Bohnel discuss a trio of local bills. Sen. Ron Young (D-Frederick), after some discussion with the Maryland Department of Transportation, has decided to move forward with a bill discussing commuter buses along I-270 from the city of Frederick area to Washington D.C. and northern Virginia.
Then, they discuss a bill by Del. Dan Cox (R-Frederick and Carroll) which would provide relief to Thurmont and its residents by lessening their requirements for solar energy under the Clean Energy Jobs Act.
Lastly, they discuss a bill by Sen. Young which would require more annual training for concealed carry handgun permit holders. The bill exempts law enforcement officers but was heavily opposed at a hearing last week.
They also discuss the Kirwan legislation and some light moments involving Del. Haven Shoemaker (R-Carroll) and House Majority Leader Eric Leudtke (D) on the House floor Monday.
Host Heather Mongilio and county government/statehouse reporter Steve Bohnel discuss a bill proposed by Del. Karen Lewis Young (D-Frederick) involving biosafety level 3 laboratories.
Then, they discuss a proposed change to the state's hate crime statute by Del. Dan Cox (R-Frederick and Carroll), which he proposed in response to a deadly assault at The Great Frederick Fair last year.
Other topics include higher education legislation by Del. Ken Kerr (D-Frederick) and a balloon release bill ban; a local county issue that has risen to legislation at the state level.
This week host Heather Mongilio and county/statehouse reporter Steve Bohnel sit down to discuss Frederick Day in Annapolis and what local officials are lobbying for from the state.
From money for the Lake Linganore dredging to a new Frederick Police Department headquarters, we hear from members of the delegation as well as local officials.
This week host Heather Mongilio and county/statehouse reporter Steve Bohnel highlight a series of healthcare-related bills, ranging from reclassifying strangulation to a first-degree felony assault, a medical aid-in-dying bill, minors' access to some forms of contraceptives among others.
Later in the episode, Mongilio and Bohnel discuss the Frederick County delegation, including a birthday tribute from Del. Jesse Pippy (R-Frederick and Carroll) to Del. Ken Kerr (D-Frederick) on the House of Delegates floor, but not without a minor hiccup that caused a bit of laugh in the chamber.
It’s week three of the Annapolis session. Delegates and senators are finalizing bills they hope to submit. But there are two legislative issues facing that aren’t exactly bill related.
The first is $5 million that was once meant for a hotel and conference center. With it no longer going there, Sens. Michael Hough (R-Carroll and Frederick) and Ron Young (D-Frederick) have proposed different options, including water improvements in Brunswick and money for a new shelter. Mongilio, who has covered some of the proposed areas the money could go, and Bohnel talk about the different options and when it will be decided.
The second is the 287(g) program. The controversial program has been the topic of much discussion in the county. Del. Karen Lewis Young and Young sent letters to the Attorney General’s Office about the program. Bohnel and Mongilio discuss the answers, potential next steps and what this means for the county.
And always looking to end a long day in Annapolis on a good note, Bohnel mentions a resolution that announced the Catoctin Cougars as football champs.
In the first episode of In Session for 2020, host Heather Mongilio speaks with county government and statehouse reporter Steve Bohnel about the Kirwan Commission, a well-known statewide initiative to improve public education.
The two discuss how some of the current members of the Frederick County delegation view the issue, and what possible funding sources could be used.
Later, they discuss Sen. Ron Young's assault weapons buyback program bill, which was recently withdrawn due to state police stating the bill would be costly. The episode wraps up with discussion of a bill which would make "The Land Mary-Land" by Tom Wisner the state song for children.
The 2019 legislative session came to a close on Monday with sad news that Michael Busch, speaker of the House of Delegates for 16 years, had died at age 72 from complications of pneumonia the day before.
State house reporter and host Allen Etzler wrap-up this season of In Session by reviewing what bills made it through the General Assembly, a possible legal battle over prescription drug pricing and what freshman delegate impressed her most with his approach to legislation. Thanks for listening.
Gov. Larry Hogan (R) issues his first veto on three bills this session, and lawmakers turn around to override him within 24-to-48 hours. In this episode of In Session, state house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Allen Etzler discuss the surprise defeat of the medical aid-in-dying bill in the state Senate and gerrymandering as the U.S. Supreme Court hears the Maryland's second appeal to the highest court. They also hone in on what's still left to be done with just one more week left in the 2019 session.
In this special two-week update edition of In Session, state house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Allen Etzler discuss what bills are headed to the desk of Gov. Larry Hogan (R) and which ones are racing the clock.
With approximately 17 days left in the General Assembly session, the House and Senate are making tough calls on what will bills to bring to a vote. The two chambers also hash out details on an operating and capital budget for the state. Listen to this episode to catch up on the minimum wage, tanning, redistricting and whether soy milk might someday not be able to call itself "milk" in Maryland.
The Maryland House of Delegates makes a landmark decision to pass a medical aid-in-dying bill by a slim majority this week in Annapolis. State house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Allen Etzler discuss what's next for this bill in the Senate, how legislation to ban plastic foam is moving in the House and the fate of the Handgun Permit Review Board. In this episode of In Session, we also hear about new legal grounds for divorce being considered by the House Judiciary Committee, and how men and women are differing in their reaction to it.
Leaders in Annapolis made so many decisions last week, we had to wait until Monday to tell you about it.
Catch up with state house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Allen Etzler on the House of Delegates vote to approve a $15 minimum wage, end-of-life options leaving committee for the first time, surprising turns in the redistricting decision and what can be expected this week in the state capital.
Maryland lawmakers consider alcohol and gun laws this week in Annapolis. State house reporter Samantha Hogan and guest host Allen Etzler discuss the probability of local and state brewery bills passing and why the gun debate has already become complicated in this week’s edition of In Session. They also catch up on redistricting proposals for the 6th Congressional District, which could mean big changes for Frederick County.
News-Post city editor Allen Etzler is joined by state government reporter Samantha Hogan, who calls in from Annapolis to update us on this week’s developments in the General Assembly.
The two discuss a pair of bills that would allow the creation of which would authorize Maryland to establish up to six "overdose and infectious disease prevention sites,” possible bans of Styrofoam/Polystrene and restrictions of single-use straws and several other bills being considered by Maryland lawmakers.
This week on In Session, guest host Allen Etzler and state house reporter Samantha Hogan discuss CREST — a regional higher education center in Frederick County designed to offer science and technology degrees to local undergraduate, graduate and Ph.D. students — and why it received zero funding in Governor Larry Hogan's budget. They also take a look at a bill to let school systems again select their start-date, after Hogan issued an executive order in 2016 mandating schools start after Labor Day. Finally, listen to local round-up of upcoming issues including campaign finance, transportation and whether to fund bonds to fix public infrastructure or preserve historic structures in Frederick County.
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Is it time for Maryland to move from a "may carry" to a "right to carry" state? Should people seeking medical care expect to receive a Patient's Bill of Rights when they arrive at a hospital? How much beer is the right amount for Frederick breweries to make and sell?
The Frederick County delegation ask these questions and more as it files legislation for the 2019 session. Guest host and News-Post city editor Allen Etzler is joined by state house reporter Samantha Hogan as they dive into new bills and more during this week's episode of In Session.
The first week of the 2019 General Assembly session concludes with the release of Gov. Larry Hogan's $46.6 billion budget. State house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Colin McGuire talk budget priorities for Frederick County, legislation in front of the county delegation, a plan to move Baltimore City toward ranked-choice voting and calls for bipartisanship on Inauguration Day.
The General Assembly is only three days into it's 90-day session, but already there's much to discuss. State house reporter Samantha Hogan and host Colin McGuire talk redistricting, education, renewable energy and other topics that are expected to be debated in 2019. Details of a surprise cancer announcement from State Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. is also included in this week's episode of In Session.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for the Frederick County Board of Education sat down with Editor Allen Etzler and Education Reporter Emma Kerr to talk county-wide redistricting, Frederick High School's LYNX program, the recruitment of diverse teachers, school safety and more.
Eight candidates, including three incumbents, remain in this non-partisan race: Karen Yoho, Cindy Rose, April Miller, Brad Young, Camden Raynor, Liz Barrett, Jay Mason and Kim Williams. Early voting begins Oct. 25, and Election Day is Nov. 6. Voters will select four candidates who each serve four-year terms.
Williams did not respond to multiple requests for her participation in this podcast. Rose declined to participate.
Candidates for Maryland State Senate District 3 joined the In the Booth podcast to debate issues in their district and throughout the state ahead of the Nov. 6 election. The candidates answered questions regarding business and economic development, education, transportation, public safety and agriculture.
Craig Giangrande, the Republican challenger for the seat, criticized incumbent Sen. Ron Young for his record for his stances on immigration in the state and the senator’s hope to implement “safe houses” for heroin addicts to be able to get clean needles and be in a safe environment. Young defended his record in his two terms in the senate, and offered his hopes to improve mass transit system in Frederick County and throughout the state.
Karl Bickel (D), hopes to finally oust Sheriff Chuck Jenkins in his second official campaign after failing to secure enough votes for a write-in campaign against the three-term incumbent in 2010.
Bickel has called for a more progressive and unilateral approach to the opioid epidemic, as well as a close re-evaluation of Jenkins' agreements with federal immigration partners, which he believes could come with a heavy price.
Incumbent Sheriff Chuck Jenkins (R) hopes to win his fourth term in office come this November, running on a platform that he has managed the county's opioid crisis well and has helped stem the tide whenever possible given his role.
Jenkins also defended his close ties to federal immigration partners. In particular, Jenkins said his involvement in the 287(g) program has kept gang violence at bay in Frederick County throughout his tenure.
State Senator Michael Hough (R) and his District 4 democratic challenger Jessica Douglass debate roads, MARC service, public education and healthcare in this episode of In the Booth. The candidates sit down with host Allen Etzler and state house reporter Samantha Hogan to discuss their visions for Maryland and Frederick County if elected Nov. 4.
Hough, the incumbent, says he's running on his record having served on Maryland's Criminal Gang Statutes task force, Justice Reinvestment Coordinating Council and Special Joint Commission on Public Safety and Security in State and Local Correctional Facilities. Douglass, a high school English teacher, seeks to unseat him and serve her first term in public office. Her goal is to be present and listen to constituents needs.
Susan Reeder Jesse, a Democrat seeking an At-large seat on the Frederick County Council, sat down with host Allen Etzler and News-Post reporter Mallory Panuska to discuss a variety of county issues, ranging everywhere from school construction fees and affordable housing to opioid abuse and property taxes.
Voters will elect two County Council At-large members during the upcoming general election. The members will represent the entire county, will serve four-year terms and make $22,500 each. Early voting for the election begins Oct. 25 and the Election Day is set Nov. 6.
Be sure to also give a listen to separate podcast episodes featuring other At-large candidates fellow Democrat Kai Hagen, unaffiliated incumbent Bud Otis and Republicans Danny Farrar and Phil Dacey.
Phil Dacey, a Republican seeking an At-large seat on the Frederick County Council, sat down with host Allen Etzler and News-Post reporter Mallory Panuska to discuss a variety of county issues, ranging everywhere from school construction fees and affordable housing to opioid abuse and property taxes.
Voters will elect two County Council At-large members during the upcoming general election. The members will represent the entire county, will serve four-year terms and make $22,500 each. Early voting for the election begins Oct. 25 and the Election Day is set Nov. 6.
Be sure to also give a listen to separate podcast episodes featuring other At-large candidates fellow Republican Danny Farrar, unaffiliated incumbent Bud Otis and Democrats Susan Reeder Jesse and Kai Hagen.
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Kai Hagen, a Democrat seeking an At-large seat on the Frederick County Council, sat down with host Allen Etzler and News-Post reporter Mallory Panuska to discuss a variety of county issues, ranging everywhere from school construction fees and affordable housing to opioid abuse and property taxes.
Voters will elect two County Council At-large members during the upcoming general election. The members will represent the entire county, will serve four-year terms and make $22,500 each. Early voting for the election begins Oct. 25 and the Election Day is set Nov. 6.
Be sure to also give a listen to separate podcast episodes featuring fellow At-large candidates Democrat Susan Reeder Jessee, Republicans Phil Dacey and Danny Farrar and unaffiliated incumbent Bud Otis.
Danny Farrar, a Republican seeking an At-large seat on the Frederick County Council, sat down with host Allen Etzler and News-Post reporter Mallory Panuska to discuss a variety of county issues, ranging everywhere from school construction fees and affordable housing to opioid abuse and property taxes.
Voters will elect two County Council At-large members during the upcoming general election. The members will represent the entire county, will serve four-year terms and make $22,500 each. Early voting for the election begins Oct. 25 and the Election Day is set Nov. 6.
Be sure to also give a listen to separate podcast episodes featuring At-large candidates Democrats Kai Hagen and Susan Reeder Jessee, Republicans Phil Dacey and unaffiliated incumbent Bud Otis.
Bud Otis, who is running unaffiliated to retain his At-large seat on the Frederick County Council, sits down with host Allen Etzler and News-Post reporter Mallory Panuska to discuss a variety of county issues, ranging everywhere from school construction fees and affordable housing to opioid abuse and property taxes.
Voters will elect two County Council At-large members during the upcoming general election. The members will represent the entire county, will serve four-year terms and make $22,500 each. Early voting for the election begins Oct. 25 and the Election Day is set Nov. 6.
Be sure to also give a listen to separate podcast episodes featuring At-large candidates Democrats Kai Hagen and Susan Reeder Jessee, and Republicans Phil Dacey and Danny Farrar.
The News-Post politics team is back in the same studio as we put a wrap on the 2018 General Assembly in Annapolis. Host Colin McGuire and political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos discuss what bills passed, what died on the vine and the most interesting headlines during the session. Be sure to keep an eye on this feed as primary season gears up as we'll highlight a bevy of races prior to the general election.
With the Supreme Court taking up the issue of gerrymandering in Maryland, News-Post political reporter Danielle E. Gaines discusses the case with host Colin McGuire after sitting in on oral arguments earlier this week.
On this week's episode of the In Session Podcast host Colin McGuire is joined by political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos to talk about developments in Annapolis in the General Assembly. The team discusses lawmakers' passing of an operating budget, a couple environmental bills, an unconventional Easter egg fundraiser and a preview of a special episode covering Danielle's coverage of oral arguments at the Supreme Court, which has taken up a case about gerrymandering in Maryland.
With crossover day behind us, the team takes a look at bills that made it out of the senate and will head to the house for consideration and vice versa. Host Colin McGuire gets updates on the budgets of both the state and Frederick County from News-Post political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos. Danielle discusses her upcoming trip to the Supreme Court of the United States to hear oral arguments in a gerrymandering case affecting Maryland.
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In this week's episode, host Colin McGuire and News-Post political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos provide updates on developments in Annapolis, including state funding for the proposed downtown hotel and conference center, local ethics reform, gerrymandering and bills to loosen local liquor laws, including for shochu, a Japanese distilled drink.
In this week's episode, host Colin McGuire and News-Post political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos provide updates on developments in Annapolis, including who registered as a candidate by the filing deadline, Sen. Ron Young's controversial comments, and Colin's favorite bill to talk about- the "left lane bill."
Host Colin McGuire and News-Post political reporter Danielle E. Gaines wade into this week's news out of Annapolis, including the hours of testimony for bills that would alter Maryland's brewing laws. They also discuss recently released political polls, legislation to combat the opioid epidemic, international election observers and a wrap up of Political Notes.
Filling in as host, News-Post reporter Cameron Dodd is joined by political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos as we break down recent developments in Annapolis. From bills addressing animal testing to sunscreen application in Maryland schools, we take a look at the goings on in the General Assembly.
Host Colin McGuire is joined by News-Post political reporter Kelsi Loos, who calls in from Annapolis to update us on such developments as legislation that would allow rape victims to ask a judge to end the parental rights of their rapist, the soon-to-begin paid sick leave, bills that would provide free tuition to community college for Maryland residents and more of the goings on during the General Assembly.
This week on “In Session,” Host Colin McGuire talks to Annapolis reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos about State of the State reactions, criminal justice bills, and the governor’s new call for Marylanders to wear sunscreen.
News-Post political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos join host Colin McGuire from the Annapolis State House to provide an update on the goings-on in General Assembly, including a bill that would require domestic abusers to sell or turn in their guns, Sen. Ron Young's challengers in the primary for his seat and a bill that would allow school students to opt out of dissecting animals in class.
Danielle also sits down for a one-on-one interview with Gov. Larry Hogan and gives us an update on her search for mango Diet Coke.
From Gerrymandering to the governor’s budget being introduced, host Colin McGuire is joined by News-Post political reporters Danielle E. Gaines and Kelsi Loos, who break down all the developments of the first full week of the General Assembly in Annapolis.
The team also touches on transportation funding, campaign finance numbers in several local races, taxes and Colin's favorite part of the paper- the Political Notes column.
Hosts Colin McGuire and Danielle E. Gaines are joined by News-Post political reporter Kelsi Loos, who calls into the studio from Annapolis to discuss the first few days of the Maryland General Assembly. The team provides an update on the override of Gov. Hogan's vetoes of the paid sick leave bill as well as a bill that prohibits colleges from using the criminal history information of applicants. Join us every week as we break down all the goings on during the General Assembly in Annapolis.
As Roger Wilson continues his day job working for Frederick County, he hopes to add member of the Frederick Board of Aldermen to his résumé in November.
Wilson, 45, currently serves as Frederick County’s director of government affairs and public policy, and he plans to keep his position if elected to the board. He has been juggling the job and his political campaign since filing in May, and earned the third-highest number of votes in the Democratic primary, which was also the highest of all the non-incumbents in the race. Wilson joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
Derek Shackelford wears many hats, and come November, he hopes to add another one designating him as a member of the Frederick Board of Aldermen.
The 47-year-old teacher, minister, consultant, and NCAA basketball official wants to serve on the board to help all city residents benefit from the positive direction the city is going.
Shackelford joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
From helping to draft better legislation to fixing neighborhood issues, Democratic Alderwoman Kelly Russell said she has plenty left to do as an elected city official.
The 58-year-old retired Frederick police officer is running for a third consecutive term on the Board of Aldermen. She earned the second-highest number of votes in the Democratic primary, just one vote less than fellow Alderwoman Donna Kuzemchak.
From rallying for better and safer schools to sitting behind the City Hall dais addressing important municipal issues, Alderwoman Donna Kuzemchak has spent years fighting for what she believes is right.
The 57-year-old Realtor, grant writer, office assistant and sitting Democratic alderwoman is seeking re-election to a second consecutive term on the Frederick Board of Aldermen. But her experience on the board dates back further than that, as she was first elected in 1998 and served consecutively until 2009. In the September primary, she received more votes than any other aldermanic candidate. She has also raised the most money of any candidate for alderman.
Russell joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss her candidacy.
Nate Power is concerned about the direction the city of Frederick is going and wants to change its path from the City Hall dais.
The 65-year-old military contractor is a Republican candidate for the Board of Aldermen. He was one of four party candidates who filed on the last day of the filing period in July and, like all of the Republican candidates, avoided a primary and went straight on to the general election.
Power joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
Proud father, business owner and young progressive are three characteristics that Ben MacShane, a Democratic candidate for the Frederick Board of Aldermen, says he is proud to possess.
The 36-year-old owner of Frederick-based Principled Contracting, a construction business that does commercial renovations, is a political newcomer who broke into the scene with a bid for the Board of Aldermen this year. He earned the fourth-highest number of votes in the Democratic primary and is running an aggressive general election campaign.
MacShane hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
From rallying for better and safer schools to sitting behind the City Hall dais addressing important municipal issues, Alderwoman Donna Kuzemchak has spent years fighting for what she believes is right.
The 57-year-old Realtor, grant writer, office assistant and sitting Democratic alderwoman is seeking re-election to a second consecutive term on the Frederick Board of Aldermen. But her experience on the board dates back further than that, as she was first elected in 1998 and served consecutively until 2009. In the September primary, she received more votes than any other aldermanic candidate. She has also raised the most money of any candidate for alderman.
Kuzemchak joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss her candidacy.
When former Frederick Alderman Alan Imhoff realized on the last day of the filing period for the 2017 city election that only one Republican had filed for alderman, he decided to come out of retirement and try his hand once again at public office.
The 70-year-old retiree and part-time professor entered the world of politics as a Democrat in 2001 with an unsuccessful run for mayor. In 2005, he switched his party and desired office and was elected as a Republican to the Board of Aldermen. In both 2009 and 2013 he ran again for the board on the Republican ticket but lost both years in the general election.
Imhoff joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
Hayden Duke is hoping the second time is the charm in a bid for the Frederick Board of Aldermen on the Republican ballot. The 38-year-old long-term substitute teacher and graduate student ran for office in 2013 but lost in the Republican primary. This year, he is one of five Republican candidates who moved straight to the general election and was the first to file for office over the summer.
Duke joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
Republican Bryan Chaney is not only the newest candidate to enter the race for the Frederick Board of Aldermen but also the newest city resident on the ballot.
Chaney joins hosts News-Post city reporter Mallory Panuska and city editor Danielle Gaines to discuss his candidacy.
News-Post political reporter Danielle Gaines spoke via phone with Rep. John Delaney D-6th to talk about his recently-announced bid for President of the United States. Delaney, who announced he would not seek reelection to his seat in congress said early reaction to campaign announcement has been positive.
With the General Assembly no longer in session and News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines back in the newsroom, we put a wrap on the In Session (Out of Session?) series, recapping what became of all those bills we discussed over the months.
As the General Session nears its conclusion, catch up on the most recent developments in Annapolis with host Colin McGuire and News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines. Producer's note: due to an exporting malfunction, a previous version of this episode lacked the Host's microphone channel.
With the session nearing its end host Colin McGuire catches up on what's happening in Annapolis with News-Post senior reporter Danielle Gaines. This week we talk about the State budget being passed, which includes funding for the downtown Frederick hotel and conference center, a bill in the senate that would increase the amount of beer breweries can sell on premise but reduces the hours they can serve.
In this episode we talk about the importance of "Crossover Day" in the General Assembly and what's going on in an effort to take the state planning secretary's salary out of next year's budget. Other topics include Gov. Larry Hogan's approval rating, congressional redistricting, and capital budget funding for the proposed downtown Frederick hotel and conference center project.
News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines checks with host Colin McGuire from Annapolis to talk about last week's developments in the General Assembly.
Host Colin McGuire and News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines catch up about the week's developments, including a proposed bill that would require drivers to only use the left lane to pass other cars, a bill that would regulate antique replica firearms, state support for independent films, among other topics.
This week host Colin McGuire catches up with News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines about this week in Annapolis. Topics covered this week include the Governor's proposal for non-partisan redistricting, his approval rating, the reprimanding of a delegate, paid sick leave and a quick note about the touching moment a Frederick resident who had been jailed in Gambia was reunited with family at Dulles International Airport.
Halfway through the 90-day General Assembly, senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines checks in with host Colin McGuire to talk about developments in Annapolis, including transportation funding, frog dissection, immigration enforcement and you guessed it- ethics.
This week on In Session we discuss the odd series of events that led to carbon copies of a bill being submitted in the Maryland Senate which precipitated a public rebuke by Sen. Ronald Young whom wrote the language. Also, the story behind HB 666 and the fate “mark of the beast” bills over the years.
Senior reporter Danielle Gaines calls in from Annapolis to talk about developments in the General Assembly, including a bill that would give the student member of the Board of Education voting power.
News-Post senior reporter Danielle Gaines calls in from Annapolis to talk about developments from the General Assembly, including ethics, gerrymandering and the governor's State of the Sate.
Host Colin McGuire is joined by News-Post senior reporter Danielle Gaines who calls in from Annapolis where she is covering the General Assembly.
News-Post senior reporter Danielle Gaines calls in from Annapolis to discuss the first full week of the Maryland General Session including a few of the stories that dominated the news.
Host Colin McGuire is joined by News-Post senior reporter Danielle E. Gaines, who is in Annapolis covering the session for the next three months. Today Danielle updates us on the first few days of goings on in the two chambers.
Longtime Frederick County election judge Barbara Christie sat down with host Danielle Gaines for a discussion about Election Day processes at the polls.
Mileah Kromer, director of the Sarah T. Hughes Field Politics Center at Goucher College, and Todd Eberly, political science professor at St. Mary’s College discuss voting trends and a presidential election featuring two unpopular candidates.
Stuart Harvey, election director for the Frederick County Board of Elections discusses security of the voting system, expected high voter turnout, and those coveted "I Voted" stickers.
Walter Olson, a senior fellow at the Cato Institute in Washington discusses the role third-party candidates are playing in this election.
Outgoing Frederick County Board of Education member Katie Groth and teachers union president Melissa Dirks discuss partisanship in the school board election and the major issues facing the candidates and Frederick County Public Schools.
Maryland Delegate Kathy Szeliga, candidate for U.S. Senate stopped by the studio at The Frederick News-Post to talk about her campaign.
Chris Van Hollen stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss his campaign to succeed Barbara Mikulski in the U.S. Senate.
Dan Cox stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss with host Danielle Gaines his campaign for the 8th Congressional District.
Jamie Raskin stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss with host Danielle Gaines his campaign for the 8th Congressional District.
Amie Hoeber stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss with host Danielle Gaines her campaign for the 6th Congressional District.
John Delaney stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss with host Danielle Gaines his campaign for the 6th Congressional District.
Ken Kerr stopped by the recording studio at The Frederick News-Post to discuss with host Jeremy Bauer-Wolf his campaign for the Frederick County Board of Education.
Board of Education candidate Mike Bunitsky stopped by the studio at The Frederick News-Post to talk about his candidacy.
Board of Education candidate Cindy Rose stopped by the studio at The Frederick News-Post to talk about her education policies with host Jeremy Bauer-Wolf.
Frederick County Board of Education candidate Joy Schaefer joins host Jeremy Bauer-Wolf to talk education.