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Three hundred years ago, the Royal Governor of Maryland issued a charter for the city of Annapolis. The document sparked intense political battles and, in turns out, a case of historical fraud that was only discovered several months ago. Join Kojo as we explore the little-known and fascinating history of a document considered by some to be a framework for municipal democracy in the early United States.
Edward Papenfuse, Maryland State Archivist and Commissioner of Land Patents
For tourists, Annapolis might be a place to learn a bit about Maryland's history or snag a crab cake sandwich by the bay. But for the city's residents, Annapolis is place dealing with a number of serious issues. In the second part of our series on Maryland's capital, we talk with Mayor Ellen Moyer about historic preservation, crime, public housing, and other topics shaping the city's future.
Ellen Moyer, Mayor of Annapolis
Early plans for a statue memorializing Martin Luther King are drawing harsh criticism on political and artistic grounds. But it's not the first time plans for a memorial in Washington have provoked impassioned, emotional responses. Join Kojo as we discuss the role art plays in paying tribute to historical people and events.
Blake Gopnik, chief art critic, The Washington Post
Paul Spreiregen, architect; planner; professional adviser to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial competition committee.
Gail Lowe, Historian, Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
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