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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on the Passing of DC Councilman, Former Mayor Marion Barry

"For more than five decades, Mayor Barry was an outspoken voice for the voiceless…

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on the Passing Edgar P. Silver

Mayor Rawlings-Blake's statement on the passing of retired Judge and Delegate Edgar P. Silver.

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake Releases Statement on the Passing of Boston Mayor Tom Menino

"I had the amazing honor of counting Tommy as a mentor and friend. Shortly after I became mayor of Baltimore...

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on Passing of Arnold M. Jolivet

"I was saddened to learn of Arnold Jolivet's passing. Mr. Jolivet was a consistent, devoted and vocal champion for minority businesses...

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement on the Passing of Wayne Curry

"I was truly saddened to learn of Wayne Curry's passing today. A close friend and mentor, Mr. Curry was...

Mayor Rawlings-Blake Issues Statement On The Passing Of Poet-Laureate Dr. Maya Angelou

"When I think of Dr. Maya Angelou, one word summarizes her total existence...

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement On The Passage Of City Employee Pension Reform Legislation

“This legislation shows that government and labor officials can sit down in good faith...

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Mayor Rawlings-Blake's Statement On Passage Of The "Ban The Box" Legislation

"Today's passage of the Ban the Ban box legislation is a critical component to not only...

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