In Maryland, the comptroller plays a significant role in collecting taxes, voting on the board of public works, and determining the state’s budget.

Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford and Comptroller Peter Franchot say it’s time for “new leadership.”

In a series of bizarre ads.

Despite an initial claim that it wouldn’t allow, Maryland will move to permit same-sex couples who are married in the state to file taxes jointly.

Four of Maryland’s newly drawn congressional districts have made a list of the 25 least-compact districts in the country, and even some Democrats are urging that voters reject the new map.

Thanks to the eagle eyes at Consumerist for spotting this kind of amazing TV spot produced by Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot. The spot aims to remind Maryland residents to E-File their tax returns this year by aping those old Bud Light “Real Men of Genius” Ads. Note the Barry White-styled voice over. Note the screechy background soul singers. Note Franchot appearing at the end as though he’s proud of himself. We suppose if anything, this…