Math Is Hard: A Love Story Between Maryland’s Governor and a Calculator

Governor Wes Moore has claimed Maryland faces a significant structural deficit, despite inheriting a multi-billion-dollar surplus. Critics argue his portrayal of finances lacks credibility, pointing out that basic arithmetic contradicts his statements. Ultimately, the issue lies not in math but in how the governor communicates financial realities to the public. Continue reading Math Is Hard: A Love Story Between Maryland’s Governor and a Calculator

Maryland’s Budget Gap Explained: Gov. Wes Moore Says It’s Basically Pokémon and Warhammer

As Maryland stares into a growing fiscal abyss, Gov. Wes Moore unveiled a bold plan to spend billions anyway — and when asked where the money would come from, he didn’t say “taxes,” “cuts,” or even “borrowing.” Instead, he talked about Pokémon cards, Warhammer battles, and trusting the lore. Economists remain confused. Gamers feel oddly seen. Continue reading Maryland’s Budget Gap Explained: Gov. Wes Moore Says It’s Basically Pokémon and Warhammer