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The Day Joe Howard Got A Judgeship - And A Surprise - From Baltimore

WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Gil Sandler
Published October 17, 2014 at 5:05 AM EDT
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Joe Howard was the very first African American judge to run for and win a 15-year term as judge on the city's highest court. His swearing-in ceremony was historic for at least two reasons. The first was that he represented a breakthrough in civil rights. The second was a small (and unwelcome) surprise from his new employer, the City of Baltimore.

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Gil Sandler
Gil Sandler was born and raised in Baltimore -- a circumstance he considers fortunate and one he does not want you to forget. He attended public school (P.S. #59, Garrison Junior High, Baltimore City College, Class of 1941) and then served in the United States Navy.
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