It’s ironic to see an administration that harps on establishing a culture of responsibility trying to get others to pay for its mistake.
September 2012
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
King not beholden to outside interests
We say we don’t like negative ads or gridlock. We say we want politicians who will vote their conscience, who are independent of external interests.
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Posted inPolitics
The presidential debates: Candidates dread ‘the moment’
The unpredictable nature of debates makes them a prime spot for that ‘gotcha’ moment or big blunder.
Posted inPolitics
Poll: Public unhappy with records of both parties
But few respondents would make Congress’ job easier by advocating budget cuts for popular programs.
Posted inPolitics, Senate
Bill Nemitz: Why is King playing coy about caucusing?
Ask Erskine Bowles. Or Angus King himself. They both give pretty convincing answers . . .
Posted inNews
Kennebec Journal Police Report: Man hit by truck on Gardiner’s Brunswick Ave.
GARDINER — A pedestrian was hurt Thursday after he was hit by a truck on Brunswick Avenue.
Posted inNews
Saturday ceremony marks Readfield sidewalk completion
READFIELD — It took several years of preparations, and then a few weeks longer than anticipated to build, but there is finally a sidewalk running through the center of town.
Posted inNews
Augusta City Council receptive to Cony Flatiron building plan
AUGUSTA — City councilors on Thursday took the first tentative steps toward a partnership they hope will end with a new use for the historic Cony flatiron building.
Posted inPolitics, Senate
Summers drops out of two debates
Summers campaign manager Lance Dutson said the campaign decided to skip the forums because of scheduling conflicts.
Posted inNews
Maine beneficiaries of food stamp error won’t have to repay Feds
Food stamp recipients in Maine who received extra benefits last year will not have to repay the government after all, federal officials say, meaning the mistake could cost the state nearly $3 million.