Together, we’ve made significant progress over the years. Our schools are number one in the country. we’ve driven down violent crime to its lowest level in over 30 years and we’ve decreased infant mortality deaths 16.3% since 2007. All of these achievements relate to our 15 strategic goals. But often when sharing these statistics, it’s easy to Read the Rest…
Strengthening Families
The People Behind the Policies, November 30th, 2012
Statement from Governor Martin O’Malley on the Civil Marriage Protection Act, November 6th, 2012
BALTIMORE, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley today released the following statement on the Civil Marriage Protection Act: “Over these past few weeks, Marylanders joined together to affirm that for a free and diverse people of many faiths – a people committed to religious freedom – the way forward is always found through greater respect for Read the Rest…
Maryland’s Economic Strength, October 18th, 2012
By Raquel Guillory, Director of Communications Maryland and Virginia have long been among our nation’s economic leaders. Even as we move forward out of this deep recession, both states are creating jobs and expanding opportunity especially in the critical sectors of science, security and innovation. As a result of our close proximity, Maryland and Virginia are often benchmarked with each other. Watch the video below to learn more about the Read the Rest…
GPI Conference, October 9th, 2012
Annapolis, MD As Prepared for Delivery We’re very honored to host you here in Annapolis. I see some familiar faces – First Lady Cylvia Hayes from the great state of Oregon, Councilman Chris Trumbauer, and friends from Maryland and across the country. For those of you who are from out-of-state, welcome to Maryland – and Read the Rest…
2012 National Immigration Integration Conference, September 23rd, 2012
Baltimore, MD Good morning. It’s great to be with you. How many of you are visiting our great city and State from out of state? Awesome. Well, we’re glad you’re here. Welcome to Maryland and to Baltimore, the greatest city in America. We are the original land of the free and the home of the Read the Rest…
WSJ Cherry-Picking: Facts vs. Myth, August 28th, 2012
By Rick Abbruzzese Over the weekend, Stephen Moore, a longtime supporter of the Koch brothers and former President of Republican fundraising group, Club for Growth, penned a borderline fictional op-ed in The Wall Street Journal comparing Governor O’Malley to Virginia’s Governor McDonnell. While accusing Governor O’Malley of “cherry-picking” data, it turns out that Moore cherry-picked his facts. Facts Read the Rest…
Vigil with the Sikh Association of Baltimore, August 9th, 2012
As Prepared for Delivery Baltimore, MD To Jesse Singh, Davinder Singh, Rulda Singh, and Bhai Sahib Mangal Singh,…thank you for your leadership and compassion. And thank you to the clergy, elected officials, and members of the community who are here tonight to show your support and love. Coming Together As we come together in the Read the Rest…
Governor O’Malley Requests Federal Drought Assistance to Help Maryland Farmers, August 8th, 2012
Governor submits formal letter to U.S. Dept. of Agriculture for disaster designation ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley has formally submitted a letter to the United States Department of Agriculture requesting a Secretarial Disaster Designation for all Maryland counties impacted by the severe dry weather and excessive heat during the months of June and July. Governor Read the Rest…
Day of Service, July 31st, 2012
Annapolis, MD Thank you all very much,… To Elder Gerard and all the faith leaders who are with us, thank you for bringing together your congregations,… Will Baker, Deb Flateman, Jana Davis, Cassie Benjamin and everyone with the important organizations who are partnering on this effort, a special work of thanks to all of you Read the Rest…
Governor O’Malley Declares September 29, 2012 Day of Service in Maryland, July 31st, 2012
Interfaith, regional effort to encourage participation in community service projects to help benefit the environment and end hunger in Maryland ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Martin O’Malley today officially declared September 29, 2012 an interfaith Day of Service, calling on all Marylanders to engage in community service projects focused on ending hunger and protecting the environment. Building Read the Rest…
