https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:58:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/#respond Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:16:29 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=182631 My friend and former White House colleague Ambassador Frank Lavin has a book coming out in March about his experience in the White House and Administration of President Ronald Reagan.  It’s told in unique way through the author’s own first hand experiences as a member of the White House staff, the Commerce Department and then […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/22/conversations-with-craig-fuller-ambassador-and-author-frank-lavin/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:01:47 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/ There is news in every direction these days, but I still follow the press conferences by the National Traffic Safety Board (NTSB) concerning the midair collision over the Potomac River one week ago. As I shared with my first post on this topic, I try to avoid speculation about aircraft accidents until all the facts […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/02/05/midair-collision-over-the-potomac-week-two-update-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/#comments Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:52:36 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/ The only place to begin is to express condolences to those who lost their lives and to their families and friends. The people on both of the aircraft involved in this midair collision left the ground fully expecting to return safely. Tribute must also be paid to the hundreds of first responders who moved quickly […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/30/a-midair-tragedy-last-night-in-washington-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 3 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/#respond Sun, 19 Jan 2025 18:42:21 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/ Classic Motor Museum board member Mike Iandolo joined in a conversation with the Spy’s Craig Fuller at the end of last week, soon after closing on acquiring new property in St. Michaels for the Museum.  Mike Iandolo talks about the journey they have been on during this first phase of a project to renovate and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/19/the-classic-motor-museum-starts-a-new-trip-in-st-michaels-craig-fuller-talks-to-mike-iandolo/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/#respond Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:46:10 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/ While there are a number of things that bring all Marylanders together, crabs being the best known, there has always been special affection for Maryland Public Television since it started broadcasting in 1969. Beyond becoming an important portal for high-quality television productions by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, MPT distinguished itself early on as one […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/14/mpt-the-chesapeake-bay-and-viewers-like-you-a-chat-with-station-manager-steven-schupak/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/#comments Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:01:35 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/ After anticipation of President Biden’s withdrawal stretching for weeks, the fact of it occurring less than 24 hours ago feels stunning. However, the stunning part may be how fast events are moving to anoint and fund Vice President Kamala Harris. President Biden had a choice and he wasted no time with an immediate endorsement of […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/22/so-much-money-so-little-time-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/#respond Sat, 13 Jul 2024 12:00:57 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=177835 One of the best lessons I learned during my eight years on the White House staff was the importance of two factors: how one spends their time; and, who they spend it with. A President and Vice President have the opportunity to meet with pretty much anyone with whom they wish visit. Hence, I always […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/13/one-amazing-story-by-one-amazing-individual-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:10:24 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/ My first full emersion into debate preparation occurred in 1984 during President Reagan’s reelection campaign. Somehow these sessions have become a kind of Super Bowl in the presidential election contest. There are four distinct time frames around which a candidate and his team strategize: the run-up to the debate; the pre-game commentary; the debate itself; […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/21/a-presidential-debate-no-commission-no-audience-perhaps-no-gloves-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/#respond Fri, 31 May 2024 13:31:27 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176868 During my time in the White House, one of the really bright lights on the staff was a young woman who handled administrative details. That woman, Anita McBride, served in three presidential administrations and became the chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush during her time in the White House. She is now director […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/31/an-enjoyable-and-important-white-house-story-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 24 May 2024 12:46:19 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176761 Highlights of a comprehensive Harris Poll on where Americans’ perceptions are regarding the economy There is an old saying in Washington, D.C. that “perception is reality.” When it comes to the economy, this describes one of two major problems facing the Biden Administration. What people think about the economy – it’s not good – establishes […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/24/bidens-two-biggest-problems-perception-and-trust-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sun, 19 May 2024 13:49:56 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/ A summit was reached this week that has never been visited before. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 40,000 for the first time in history. A record possible only because of the outlook investors have in the economy of the United States. Seems like not everyone bemoans the nation’s economy as reported daily. How […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/19/an-important-set-of-facts-its-up-to-you-to-form-an-opinion-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 13:05:23 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/ The biggest winner or loser in Maryland this November won’t have his name on the ballot. Governor Wes Moore could not have been more clear last night while speaking at Angela Alsobrooks victory celebration as she was projected to have defeated David Trone to win the contest. Saying the “battle” had been won in the […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/15/primary-election-results-put-maryland-front-and-center-in-determining-control-of-us-senate/feed/ 2 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/27/a-technologically-driven-holistic-approach-to-healthcare-craig-fuller-chats-with-dr-rubin-pillay/ Sat, 27 Jan 2024 14:20:06 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/27/a-technologically-driven-holistic-approach-to-healthcare-craig-fuller-chats-with-dr-ruben-palais/ In a recent insightful interview with Dr. Rubin Pillay, an innovative voice in modern healthcare, the Spy’s Craig Fuller was offered a glimpse into the future of healthcare that harmonizes technology with a holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Pillay argues that we stand at a pivotal moment in healthcare, where a “perfect collision” of […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/28/the-big-mo-here-come-the-iowa-caucuses-by-craig-fuller/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:34:18 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/28/the-big-mo-here-come-the-iowa-caucuses-by-craig-fuller/ Here come the Iowa Caucuses. Curious minds ask, will they really matter? Not all that much based on the past 20+ years. Since 1972, Iowa has been holding some version of the caucuses. People must actually show up at neighborhood locations and declare their support for the primary candidates. Only Iowans may participate. The results […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/22/these-pesky-constitutional-amendments-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/22/these-pesky-constitutional-amendments-by-craig-fuller/#comments Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:15:04 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=173268 We clearly are going to hear a number of interpretations about Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States in the coming days and weeks.  Setting aside for the moment the serious question about whether the best way to address Donald Trump’s quest for a return to the White House should […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/22/these-pesky-constitutional-amendments-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/05/13/to-ev-or-not-to-ev-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/05/13/to-ev-or-not-to-ev-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sat, 13 May 2023 13:47:11 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/05/13/to-ev-or-not-to-ev-by-craig-fuller/ This is a question for our time. I decided the best way to find out what the world of electric vehicles (EV) was all about would be to dive into the pond.  Trading in a sports car that I’ve enjoyed for the past few years for a one-year-old state-of-the-art electric vehicle a few weeks ago has […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/05/13/to-ev-or-not-to-ev-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/04/05/rest-in-peace-roy-mcgrath-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/04/05/rest-in-peace-roy-mcgrath-by-craig-fuller/#comments Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:59:31 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2023/04/05/rest-in-peace-roy-mcgrath-by-craig-fuller/ News of the outcome concerning the search for Roy McGrath came Monday night as a shock. Roy was a colleague over 20 years ago. We reconnected when he began frequent trips to the Eastern Shore as the head of the Maryland Environmental Service (MES). At no time over two decades could I have imagined an […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/04/05/rest-in-peace-roy-mcgrath-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 3 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/fox-vs-fox-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/fox-vs-fox-by-craig-fuller/#comments Mon, 06 Mar 2023 13:38:03 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=165719 Please Standby…. So, imagine this. FOX SPORTS COMMENTATOR #1:  ……Brady drops back. He escapes a sack and is running right. He has a receiver down field. He launches a long pass that could win the game….it’s going to be close…. FOX SPORTS COMMENTATOR #2:  Stay with us, and we’ll be back to share what happens […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/06/fox-vs-fox-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2022/11/07/remaining-the-united-states-by-craig-fuller/ Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:00:23 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2022/11/07/remaining-the-united-states-by-craig-fuller/ Closing days of nationwide elections always fascinate me. This year, the intensity of calling citizens to the voting booth seems greater. It’s the division, I think. The idea of bringing people together in a common cause seems workable only on a bifurcated basis. Republicans hold one set of views and Democrats another on Biden’s performance, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/09/04/why-ts-sci-is-really-important-by-craig-fuller/ https://chestertownspy.org/2022/09/04/why-ts-sci-is-really-important-by-craig-fuller/#comments Sun, 04 Sep 2022 12:48:54 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2022/09/04/why-ts-sci-is-really-important-by-craig-fuller/ Since August 8th, when FBI agents entered former President Trump’s Florida residence in search of government documents that he had failed to return, much has been said about finding TOP SECRET documents among materials he and his lawyers had represented were not at the residence. This is very serious on multiple levels….here’s why. My point […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/09/04/why-ts-sci-is-really-important-by-craig-fuller/feed/ 4