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  "path": "/2026/05/08/marylands-new-media-advertising-law-raises-serious-policy-concerns/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-05-08T18:01:47.000Z",
  "site": "https://marylandmatters.org",
  "tags": [
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    "Commentary",
    "Gov & Politics",
    "Work & the Economy"
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  "textContent": "Strengthening local news is a commendable goal, but the Local News for Maryland Communities Act of 2026 is the wrong way to get there, writes J.H. Snider, who says it is protectionist, pro-incumbent legislation that will corrupt, not cure, independent media.",
  "title": "Maryland’s new media advertising law raises serious policy concerns"
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