Bloggin-Hearted

Post #60

This morning, Adam Pagnucco, the driving force behind Maryland Politics Watch, announced that he would be ceasing most work on this most widely read blog in the state.

Since launching in July 2006, MPW has become a major go-to source of political, fiscal, and legislative information.  Adam’s research is impeccable; his sources (‘spies’) are diverse enough to offer a balanced perspective; and his ironic wit has always made it a fun read.  Certainly, he has a bias, but don’t all of us?  By allowing comments (as long as they were signed), there could be push-back by organizations or individuals who thought they weren’t being treated fairly.

The ever-increasing number of ‘hits’ on the MPW site is evidence of the respect and influence that Adam and colleagues Marc Korman, David Lublin and others have achieved.  Kudos to everyone who has been a regular contributor, commentator, or reader.  Together, MPW has allowed us to build a community of Marylanders who care about the details of governing and the challenges and progress of our region.

Personally, this “Energizer Bunny” (my MPW moniker that others have taken to calling me) will have to hop to many more sites to try to stay as up-to-the-minute informed.  Even if photos, videos, and press releases are still posted, it is the critical commentary and independent reporting and research that made the blog such a vital source of information.

As a blogger myself (albeit only since last fall and only twice each week), I know how difficult it is to add researching, writing and editing to all the other demands of our busy lives.  Adam is making a wise decision for his family (son Andres and wife Holly), but we will miss his regular online presence at MPW.  We all owe him a debt of gratitude for setting the bar so high for quality blogging on local campaigns and governing, providing us the insights we need to be informed voters and citizens.

I would love to hear from you, dear Blog reader!   Have you been a regular reader of Maryland Politics Watch?  Where will you turn now?  Please send an email to Blog@CherylKagan.org or click on the "Comments" link below to express your views.  Please be sure to indicate which post (#60) you're addressing. 

Thanks for reading.  I will post again soon.