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Baltimore Mayor Takes ‘Indefinite Leave of Absence’ After Children’s Book Scandal

Baltimore Mayor Takes ‘Indefinite Leave of Absence’ After Children’s Book Scandal

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Apr 04, 2019
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Baltimore Mayor Takes ‘Indefinite Leave of Absence’ After Children’s Book Scandal
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Baltimore Mayor Catherine E. Pugh, a Democrat who has held the post since 2016, announced Monday that she will step away from her job indefinitely. The announcement comes amid mounting backlash following a no-bid book deal with the University of Maryland Medical System for a children’s book Pugh penned, despite also serving on its board.

Pugh’s office, h…

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