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Maine voters view which party controls Congress as more important than ‘character’ of candidates
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (722+ words) Maine voters say the political control of Congress is a top issue as they decide who to vote for this November, according to a new poll from The New York Times, Portland Press Herald and Siena. It is not clear…...
Bernie Sanders returns to Maine as Platner campaign gears up for Collins face-off
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (579+ words) PORTLAND — The last time Bernie Sanders came to town, the combat veteran and oyster farmer who he introduced to the audience was still a stranger to Maine politics. Nine months later, Graham Platner is expected to secure the Democratic nomination…...
Maine gets another mention on ‘SNL.’ Could a Senate race sketch be next? | Column
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (447+ words) “Don’t you live in, like, Maine?” asked “Weekend Update” anchor Colin Jost of Tucker Carlson, as portrayed by “Saturday Night Live” cast member Jeremy Culhane on last weekend’s episode of the sketch comedy show. “Yes, and let’s talk about Maine,…...
Maine will hold its first-ever citizens’ assembly on education next month. What is it?
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (831+ words) Residents from every county will converge on Bangor next month to discuss the future of education in Maine. In all, 64 volunteers who raised their hand will take part in what is called a “citizens’ assembly,” with a shared goal to…...
Absentee voting has started in the Maine primary. Here’s what you need to know.
4+ mon, 5+ day ago (996+ words) Absentee voting is underway ahead of Maine’s June 9 primaries. That means voters can start casting ballots in the races for U.S. Senate, U.S. House and governor, along with local races. The Democratic primary for Senate has generated lots of interest…...
With Maine Senate primary cooling off, attention turns to the governor’s race
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (893+ words) BREMEN — Hannah Pingree had just finished telling attendees at a small house party about her life story, her experience and the reasons why she’s running for governor when she opened the discussion up for questions. Her audience, crowded on a…...
As Trump rewrites rules for asylum seekers, Maine businesses have to adapt
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (1777+ words) PORTLAND — Each month in a state office building near the Portland jetport, a dozen or so employers set up tables, tightly packed into conference rooms. They spread out candy, pens, buttons and notepads to entice job seekers. At least 70% of…...
Maine trans athlete bill faces a test before the Legislature today. Here’s how to watch.
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (242+ words) The Legislature on Tuesday will debate a proposed referendum on transgender athletes in school sports in what’s likely to be a contentious public hearing. Lawmakers from both the House and the Senate are set to hear a measure titled An…...
Sophie Warren for Maine Senate | Letter
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (245+ words) I’m proud to support Sophie Warren for Maine Senate. Sophie has consistently shown that leadership means listening to people, working hard and standing up for the community she serves. In the Legislature, Sophie has been a thoughtful advocate for Maine…...
Elizabeth Warren backs Graham Platner in Maine’s Senate primary
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (682+ words) Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Thursday she’s backing political newcomer Graham Platner in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Warren, a prominent progressive from Massachusetts and 2020 Democratic presidential contender, said she thinks Platner is the best candidate to take on five-term…...