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William Donald Schaefer, one of the dominant figures in Maryland political history, conceded defeat to Del. Peter Franchot (D-Montgomery) in the tight three-way race for the Democratic nomination to be Maryland comptroller. Franchot edged out Anne Arundel County Executive Janet S. Owens. Schaefer finished third.

Length of term: Four years

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Candidates

Anne M. McCarthy (R)

Occupation Associate professor of management, Univ. of Baltimore; former dean, Merrick School of Business, Univ. of Baltimore.

Education BA, economics, Georgetown University; MBA, University of Connecticut; PhD, strategic management, Purdue University.

Age: 48 | Residence: Bolton Hill, Baltimore.

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Peter Franchot (D)

Occupation Business development consultant.

Education BA, English, Amherst College; JD, Northeastern University School of Law.

Age: 59 | Residence: Takoma Park.

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