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.
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Summers’ fundraiser: Notables and a major no-show
Republican leadership sponsors the event, but Sen. Olympia Snowe, listed as a co-host, is absent.
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Summers to fundraise in DC as Senate race narrows
The National Republican Senatorial Committee and members of the Senate Republican leadership are hosting the fundraiser, which lists donation levels from $250 to $5,000.
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Maine Chamber to pay tribute to Snowe
The Augusta event will feature an award presentation and remarks by Snowe and her husband, former Maine Gov. John McKernan.
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Maine candidate tax filings: Not much to question
All three Senate hopefuls used typical credits and deductions, with Angus King at the top in income.
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Snowe creates PAC to support consensus-building candidates
To break D.C. gridlock, the group will finance candidates who want to work with both sides of the aisle.
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Record number of gays seeking seats in Congress
A common denominator in all the races: Neither the gay candidates nor their rivals are stressing sexual orientation, and the oft-heard refrain is, “It’s not an issue.”