Two ‘pretty independent’ men with reputations for working across the aisle square off for the second time in a decade. Their histories, however, define their politics.
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Washington Notebook: Debate had sharp claws at PBS event
Mitt Romney’s reference to cutting public broadcasting funding elicits gasps at a debate-watching gathering.
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Truth Test: King ad holds up Summers’ stances on taxes, climate change
The ad marks the start of a more aggressive campaign strategy on the part of the independent candidate for U.S. Senate.
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Pulling back the curtain on polls
National pollster Scott Rasmussen, who spoke in Maine last week, dismisses criticism of his methods and motives.
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Political Notebook: Last week’s target: King’s money
Democrat Cynthia Dill tries to turn King’s wealth against him in Senate debates, and Republican Charlie Summers takes a jab at his tax rate.
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Snowe gets Business Hall of Fame Award
In her acceptance speech, she urges Mainers to vote for those who will work toward common ground and against those who won’t.
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National group spends $1.7 million on pro-Angus King ads
Two new TV ads could help Angus King counter Republican attack ads, but may pose political risks.
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Summers tries to clarify abortion stance
The Republican candidate for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat says an answer on a questionnaire was a mistake by his campaign.
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King, Dill agree Congress is broken
But he cites partisan gridlock, while she blames too many ‘older, very wealthy white men.’
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Summers to skip today’s candidate forums
The Republican’s campaign says he has scheduling conflicts, but a rival says he’s ducking tough issues.