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In the News

September 13, 2006
The Nation
The Editor of The Nation magazine points to Raskin win as a sign of "renewal of the promise of progressive reform coming from the states and sweeping across the nation."

September 7, 2006
The Gazette
Sen. President Mike Miller says Jamie Raskin is ahead in the polls, foreshadows Sen. Ruben's coming negative mail.

September 2, 2006
Silver Spring - Takoma Park Voice
The Voice enthusiastically endorses Jamie Raskin for State Senate!

August 28, 2006
Hondo Homers Blog
Local blogger investigates most recent smear from Sen. Ruben's campaign, discovers more lies.

August 27, 2006
MoCo Politics Blog
Another blogger unravels more distortions from Sen. Ruben - this time on fundraising.

August 17, 2006
Washington Post
Post covers outbreak of "Karl Rove" politics in District 20 as well as the response from Jamie and Congressman Van Hollen.

July 27, 2006
Washington Post
Article detailing attempts by Sen. Ruben's supporters to undo the Montgomery College Democrats endorsement of Jamie Raskin.

July 26, 2006
The Gazette
Coverage of Raskin-Ruben candidates' debate, highlighting key contrasts, including Sen. Ruben's refusal to stand with Jamie Raskin in calling for an end to political contributions from corporations.

July 2006
The Silver Spring / Takoma Voice
Howard Kohn article discussing Blair High school students' defense of their endorsement of Raskin: "This isn't about Ida Ruben. This is about Jamie - he's the best."

July 2006
The Silver Spring / Takoma Voice
Letters to the Editor highlighting Sen. Ruben's role in energy deregulation and the corresponding enormous increases in utility bills this summer.

July 7, 2006
MoCo Politics Blog
Local blogger notes the buzz about the Raskin campaign and unanimous belief that Jamie will prevail.

July 7, 2006
Washington Post
The Washington Post notes the creativity of the Raskin Campaign. The latest idea? Raskin dog treats.

July 1, 2006
The Silver Spring / Takoma Voice
Column highlighting Jamie's boost from Hon. Kweisi Mfume's endorsement and Mayor Martin O'Malley's words of praise.

June 27, 2006
On Background Blog
Influential local blog, On Background, interviews Jamie Raskin about his agenda for progressive change in Maryland.

June 22, 2006
Washington Post
Silver Spring and Takoma Park voters call recent polling tactics by Sen. Ruben's campaign against Jamie Raskin "manipulative."

June 21, 2006
The Gazette
Letter to the editor criticizing Sen. Ruben's seven votes for energy deregulation, while Chris Van Hollen and Brian Frosh opposed her position.

June 17, 2006
Washington Post
Washington Post editorial says Sen. Ruben "looks like an ill-tempered rookie" for trying to intimidate studenteditors of the Blair High School paper who endorsed Jamie Raskin.

June 15, 2006
Washington Post
Washington Post columnist Marc Fisher says "nay" to Sen. Ruben for trying to silence Blair High School students in their endorsement of Jamie Raskin.

June 15, 2006
Going to the Mat Blog
Blogger criticizes Sen. Ruben's attempts to trample on journalistic freedom at Blair High School.

June 15, 2006
Washington Post
Sen. Ruben attempts to interfere with Blair High School students' first amendment rights.

May 25, 2006
Silver Chips
Raskin wins endorsement of Blair High School student newspaper.

May 18, 2006
Washington Post
Raskin reels in big names while his opponent struggles for support.

May 10, 2006
The Gazette
Candidates don't fear shadows of state races

April 19, 2006
The Gazette
Seth Grimes: "Jamie Raskin has creativity lacking in Annapolis"

April 1, 2006
The Silver Spring / Takoma Voice
Local pundit, Mike Tabor, says incumbents running scared, while Raskin runs strong.

March 15, 2006
Political Cortex
Jamie Raskin is emerging as a national leader on marriage equality, all while he is poised to pull off a remarkable political upset.

March 3, 2006
Silver Chips
Silver Spring high school students support Jamie Raskin's campaign.

March 2, 2006
Baltimore Sun
Jamie Raskin testifies against anti-gay marriage amendment in Annapolis.

Feb 14, 2006
TomPaine.com
Jamie Raskin Discusses the Role of Movement-Building in Presidential Impeachment

Feb 8, 2006
The Silver Spring / Takoma Voice
Progressive Politics Heats Up

Feb 1, 2006
The Gazette
The Gazette profiles Jamie's campaign.

Feb 1, 2006
The Washington Post
Raskin testifies against gay marriage ban.

Jan 26, 2006
The Washington Post
Radio commentator Mark Plotkin on Jamie's campaign.

Jan 6, 2006
Silver Spring / Takoma Park Voice
Tenants secure safe and affordable housing... for now

Jan 4, 2006
The Gazette
District 20 race begins to heat up

Dec 5, 2005
The Takoma Park / Silver Spring Voice
Jamin Raskin: Constitutional law professor / community activist considers run for state senate

Dec 1, 2005
The Washington Post
Law Professor vs. lawmaker?



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Gazette

Raskin supported for state Senate

Wednesday, May 24, 2006
by Korey Hartwich
Letter to the Editor

"Jamie’s work as an advocate for civil rights, education, and for those struggling to get by makes it clear that as our state senator his focus will be on serving the needs of the people of Silver Spring, not the demands of special interest contributors."
-Korey Hartwich
As a consumer advocate in 1999, I joined with a number of Maryland groups to tell the legislature that deregulating electric power in Maryland wouldn’t benefit consumers or the environment. They went ahead and gave the power companies a huge present at our expense.

Now our rates are rising dramatically, but what did we get out of the deal? Nothing.

All too often we elect people to the legislature who disappear, spending too much time and energy on wealthy donors and businesses with an agenda in Annapolis. Serving on a local citizens advisory board to the government, I see some politicians ignoring our needs. Things should be much better.

It’s time that we have an active, effective leader as their state senator. That’s why I support Jamie Raskin. Jamie’s work as an advocate for civil rights, education, and for those struggling to get by makes it clear that as our state senator his focus will be on serving the needs of the people of Silver Spring, not the demands of special interest contributors.

Please join me in voting for Jamie Raskin.



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