Sheila Dixon

Sheila Dixon

Sheila A. Dixon (born December 27, 1953) is a Democratic politician who became Baltimore's first female (and third African-American) mayor in 2007.

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Sheila Dixon. She stole from the poor, and bought frivolous gifts. 71%
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City lights ain't so pretty, just ask Mayor Dixon

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Baltimore mayor's case returns to jury Dixon could face jail time for use of donated gift cards Sheila Dixon is accused of taking about $630 in gift cards. (Rob Carr - AP) Enlarge Photo By Annie Linskey and Julie Bykowicz Monday, November 23, 2009 Jurors deciding whether to convict Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon of theft-related charges will return Monday for a third day of debate. Lawyers in the case sounded unconcerned about reported contention among jurors who have been working in a small room for a total of 11 hours, and legal observers keeping tabs on the proceedings said the panel seemed to be ... Read Full Story

Jury begins deliberations in Baltimore mayor trial

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The jury is deliberating in the theft and misconduct trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon. Defense attorney Arnold Weiner drew applause Thursday from Dixon supporters and occasional laughter from the crowd as he mocked the state's case during closing arguments. Weiner described Dixon as an honest woman of faith and dedication who received hundreds of dollars worth of Target and Best Buy gift cards as an anonymous personal gift. Prosecutors claim Dixon used gift cards intended for the needy for personal shopping sprees. Dixon faces five charges. A judge previously ruled there was not enough evidence to proceed with two charges related to gift ... Read Full Story

Prosecutors: Receipts prove Md. mayor stole gifts

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Store receipts prove Mayor Sheila Dixon used gift cards for the needy during personal shopping sprees, prosecutors said Thursday, though defense attorneys argued they were intended for her use. Prosecutors showed slides of the receipts to jurors in opening statements. Defense attorneys said Dixon's ex-boyfriend, developer Ronald Lipscomb, had anonymously given her gift cards for her to use as she pleased. Developer Patrick Turner also donated gift cards, and Dixon confused those with the cards given by Lipscomb, defense attorney Arnold Weiner said. That means there is no evidence she intentionally stole gift cards meant for needy families — which prosecutors must prove to ... Read Full Story

Gift card scandal could sink Baltimore mayor

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The accusations that Mayor Sheila Dixon used holiday gift cards for the needy during personal shopping sprees may sound like a minor embarrassment at worst, a small-time case of a politician enjoying the perks of power. For Dixon, the stakes could not be higher. Dixon, 55, will put her political future in the hands of a jury Monday, when her trial on theft charges begins. She's accused of asking wealthy developer pals to donate gift cards worth thousands of dollars, saying they would be given to poor families — then using them to buy electronics at Best Buy, clothes at Old Navy and knickknacks ... Read Full Story

Mayor Sheila Dixon Gift Card Scandal Could End Career

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Sheila Dixon , the Mayor of Baltimore, is getting heat from accusations that she used donated gift cards intended for the needy on her own personal shopping sprees. A trial starts Monday to determine whether or not she will be convicted of the theft, and thrown out of office. Sheila Dixon might be kicked out of office if convicted. (baltimoresun.com) Mayor Dixon has been accused of using thousands of dollars worth of gift cards donated from wealthy developers to buy items for herself at stores like Best Buy and Old Navy. She is also facing a trial on charges of perjury because sources claim ... Read Full Story
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Dixon Case Sheds Light On Oversight Of City Gifts
Response to the ongoing trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon is coming into City Hall -- even before the verdict -- that's directly related to the gift card issue uncovered during the case and how widespread the lack of oversight is.  
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Dixon's Fate Stalled Again; Jurors Don't Reach Verdict
The theft trial of Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon will continue into Tuesday as jurors once again couldn't reach a decision on Monday and were eventually sent home.  
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Mayor Sheila Dixon signs the live entertainment bill
Mayor Sheila Dixon signed the live entertainment bill into law today, making it easier for certain taverns and restaurants to have bands, karaoke, DJs and such.Though neighborhood associations haven't been big fans of the bill, I think it's a step in the right direction for Baltimore. And I live in South Baltimore, which will be affected by the zoning changes ...  
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Mayor Sheila Dixon Keeps Up Appearances While Fate Is Decided
Mayor Sheila Dixon kept a packed schedule of public appearances Saturday, even with her fate in the hands of a jury. Deliberations continue Monday. If convicted, Dixon would be removed from office.  
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Closing Arguments Set In Baltimore Mayor's Trial
The defense and prosecution in Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's theft trial say they plan to each spend about an hour on closing arguments. WJZ's Mary Bubala Is Leading WJZ Complete Coverage.  
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Daily Record, The - For Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon, the show...
November 8, 2009 -- Every Friday afternoon, with a few exceptions, Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's press office announces, via e-mail, her public schedule for the...  
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Baltimore mayor Sheila Dixon to face trial
Baltimore, Nov 8 (THAINDIAN NEWS) After a long 4-year probe, the Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon is all set to face graft charges and be the star of a trial centered on her. The charges against her are that she stole gift cards from needy and poor Baltimore families and then knowingly used those [...]  
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Sheila Dixon's Response to Her Indictment
Sheila Dixon (The Baltimore Sun)
 There is something I want to tell the citizens of this great city about the charges that the State Prosecutor has brought against me today.

For the past two years, I have done my best to serve the City of Baltimore as Mayor, and I will continue to do so. I will not let these charges deter me from keeping Baltimore on the path that we have set, or from carrying forward the significant progress we have made thus far.

I am being unfairly accused. Time will prove that I have done nothing wrong, and I am confident that I will be found innocent of these charges. But, for the moment, I cannot comment further on the allegations that have been made against me. Instead, my attorneys will address these matters on my behalf.

I want to make it clear, though, that I will continue to put all of my energies into running the City of Baltimore during these perilous economic times. And with God's grace, I am confident that the city, my family and I will weather this storm.

- Sheila Dixon, Jan. 9, 2009
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Sheila Dixon Introducing Pam Shriver

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