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Cardin: Reform Tax Code with Consumption Tax
On Monday, Sen. Ben Cardin talked about his ideas for reforming the country's tax code.

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On Monday, Sen. Ben Cardin talked about his ideas for reforming the country's tax code.

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How is the controversial federal education plan, Race to the Top, faring in Maryland? One father reportedly got kicked out of a public meeting when he raised objections about Common Core standards - loudly.
How is the controversial federal education plan, Race to the Top, faring in Maryland? One father reportedly got kicked out of a public meeting when he raised objections about Common Core standards - loudly.
The department plans to sell old weapons to police departments and officers.
The department plans to sell old weapons to police departments and officers.
Does your salary fit within the state's median income?
Does your salary fit within the state's median income?