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Attorney General
The attorney general, elected to a four-year term, serves as legal counsel to the governor, the General Assembly, the Judiciary, and most state agencies. He may render an opinion on any legal subject or matter requested by those agencies and offices. He represents Maryland government in cases in which the interests of the state are involved.
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OTHER LOCAL RACES
Incumbents' names are marked with asterisks. Web site and email addresses appear in the form in which they were submitted by the candidates.
J. Joseph Curran Jr.
Democrat
Age: 67
Residence: Baltimore City.
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Married: Yes.
Children: Five.
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Education: University of Baltimore, University of Baltimore School of Law.
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Occupation/Employer: Lawyer; attorney general of Maryland.
Elected Offices and Civic Activities: Attorney general; Lieutenant governor; Maryland state Senate (chairman, Judicial Proceedings); Maryland House of Delegates; veteran, Korean War; member, Friendly Sons of Patrick.
Why should voters elect you?
"To finish the work begun and continue running Maryland's largest law office based on core principles of independence, openness and integrity. Soon, Maryland's historic lawsuit against the tobacco industry begins. I want to be there when Maryland jurors decide whether this industry knew of, but denied, its product's addictiveness, covered up health reports demonstrating its lethal qualities, and targeted our children. I want the state to be repaid the billions spent treating smoking-related illnesses through Medicaid. I plan to continue my Spotlight on Prevention Program by highlighting and assisting local programs that work in our battle against juvenile violence."
What do you want voters to know about you?
"I've taught my children in this age where emphasis is on 'doing it now,' we must never forget the importance of 'doing it right.'‚"
Web site: oag.md.state.us
Email: oag@oag.md.state.us
Paul H. Rappaport
Republican
Age: 64
Residence: Ellicott City.
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Married: Yes.
Children: Three.
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Education: BA, University of Baltimore; JD, University of Baltimore Law School.
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Occupation/Employer: Self-employed lawyer; businessman.
Elected Offices and Civic Activities: Maryland Chiefs of Police Association; Maryland Law Enforcement Officers Association; Maryland Police Training Commission; Governor’s Commission on Law Enforcement; International Association of Police Officers; Maryland State Police Alumni Association; Maryland Bar Association; Governor’s Executive Advisory Council; Select Advisory Panel on Narcotics; Howard County Bar Association; previous Republican candidate for lieutenant governor.
Why should voters elect you?
"Maryland is the fourth-most dangerous state in the nation. The Maryland Constitution empowers the attorney general to investigate crime and prosecute offenders when directed to do so by the General Assembly or the governor. As attorney general, I will obtain that authority and use it to reduce the violence on our streets and make Maryland a better and safer place for its citizens to live, work and play. Maryland government is neither business friendly nor people friendly. As attorney general, I will strive to eliminate unnecessary regulations and simplify those that are necessary. Governments should protect citizens, not regulate them."
What do you want voters to know about you?
"Maryland state trooper, 28 years, retiring as a major. Chief, Howard County Police, 8• years; attorney at law since 1974."
Web site: None.
Email: prappaport@erols.com
The Voters' Guide was compiled from staff reporting and information provided by the candidates in response to questionnaires from The Washington Post.
Each candidate was asked to provide biographical information, a photograph and a brief statement about why the voters should elect him or her.
Candidates' responses were edited for length and style.
© Copyright 1998 The Washington Post Company
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