Ehrlich stays out of view as O'Malley begins campaign
As Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) launched his reelection bid Tuesday, his most high-profile opponent, former governor Robert L. Ehrlich Jr. (R), stayed out of sight, observing what his campaign described as "a long-standing tradition of not seeking to trample on his opponent's announcement day."
O'Malley held a well-attended press availability in Annapolis when Ehrlich announced earlier this month and became a prominent part of many news stories on the day.
Ehrlich was not entirely silent Tuesday, however, issuing the following statement:
"I welcome Governor O'Malley to the campaign. The citizens of Maryland -- particularly the 230,000 Marylanders who are currently unable to find work -- deserve a clear choice in this election. I look forward to a vigorous exchange of ideas with the governor on who has the vision required to help revitalize our economy, lower Maryland's tax burden, and fix the budget mess in Annapolis."
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John Wagner
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April 27, 2010; 3:58 PM ET
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Posted by: hamsandwich | April 27, 2010 5:26 PM | Report abuse
I wish Ehrlich would stay out of view permanently...someone should get him a membership at the nicest country club somewhere in Arizona...we would never see him again!
Posted by: unrest | April 28, 2010 10:57 AM | Report abuse
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How is Ehrlich going to be able to afford to lower Maryland's tax burden? The only thing he's offered so far in this campaign is a policy proposal is to increase funding for the University of Maryland's Agricultural Program. He's hoping they can develop a hardier species of Bermuda Grass so his golf season doesn't end in October.