The Republican gubernatorial candidate says this would help Mainers survive an inflationary market.
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Launching re-election bid, Gov. Mills says there’s more to do
Janet Mills, the state’s first female governor, could face former Gov. Paul LePage in what’s expected to be an expensive general election between well-known candidates with a history of conflict.
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Kamala Harris marks ‘Bloody Sunday’ anniversary in Selma
Meanwhile, President Biden renews his call for the passage of voting legislation.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
The House has passed the Six Triple Eight Congressional Gold Medal Act, to award a Congressional Gold Medal in honor of women in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in Europe during World War II.
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Two Maine veterans homes on track for closure despite bill
Public officials and veterans organizations in the state have opposed the closure of the facilities in Machias and Caribou.
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Mask mandate dropped at State House
In tying the requirement to local transmission rates, legislative leaders could reinstate the mask mandate if Kennebec County goes red again.
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Neutral Finland, Sweden warm to idea of NATO membership
Support for NATO membership rises and falls, but the signs of change since Russia began its invasion last week are unmistakable.
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Biden asks Congress for $32.5 billion in Ukraine, COVID aid
President Biden’s administration has requested $10 billion for Ukraine, money that will be used to address the mounting humanitarian crisis as well as assist its defense against Russia.
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Texas still working through rejected ballots a day after primary
The strict new law causes hurdles for even Republican voters.