DC Metro Action is a listing of local actions, entertainment, volunteer opportunities and the occasional rant on a wide range of socially just issues.
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Saturday, January 04, 2003
Gov.-elect Ehrlich Thinks Mandate -- Wanna Bet? From the Washington Post: "... Ehrlich claimed a mandate yesterday for legalizing slot machine gambling in the wake of his November election and outlined a plan to pressure local governments to help him pass the proposal ." Maryland's next governor wants to "pressure" local governments? What do you think? Send your comments on being "pressured" and share your feelings about slots in Maryland here.
DC Metro Action is published by Michael Schlesinger, a 32-year veteran of electoral and issue organizing who is committed to social justice and to increasing participation in the political process.
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