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After Court Decision Reversing Order on Jobless Benefits, Dems Continue to Bemoan Hogan Effort

July 19th, 2021 by WCBC Radio

Although it is now a moot point as a result of a judge blocking Governor Larry Hogan’s attempt to eliminate pandemic unemployment benefits before they expire in September, Democrats are continuing to bash Hogan for even considering the plan. Hogan argued that the extra benefits discouraged people from applying for jobs, thus jeopardizing Maryland’s economy. State Senator Jim Rosapepe called Hogan’s attempt to halt those funds appalling, and accused him of shaming those who have been hit hardest by the pandemic…