Two years ago, Maryland Republicans made a wise choice in selecting Larry Hogan as their nominee for governor. His stances as a fiscal conservative and social moderate helped propel him to a rare victory for a Republican in a state dominated by Democrats. If they want to repeat the feat, attorney Chrys Kefalas is the best pick. A veteran of the Ehrlich administration with experience in the U.S. Department of Justice and the manufacturing sector (not to mention his family’s Dundalk restaurant), Mr. Kefalas has a deep knowledge of the issues facing Congress and a message that will appeal to Republicans, Democrats and independents alike. (Amy Davis / Baltimore Sun)