Once a staple of congressional politics, the open forum with constituents appears to be making a comeback across the country, but not so much in Maine.
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Ranked-choice voting has ‘Mainementum’ as it spreads across the country
Critics say election reformers ought to take a look at alternative voting systems before endorsing the one Maine adopted.
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Maine delegation members call Syria withdrawal ‘harmful mistake,’ ‘terribly unwise’
The criticism echoes bipartisan condemnation from other members of Congress.
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Jim Fossel: Where will Maine go on impeachment?
Although it’s a small state, it could play a big role in the national drama.
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Maine delegation members say whistleblower complaint heightens concerns
Two members of the state’s congressional delegation participated in closed-door briefings with the director of national intelligence and the inspector general of the country’s intelligence agencies.
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Our View: Don’t lose sight of food stamp cuts
While the nation is engrossed in a historic impeachment inquiry, 1 million families are at risk of losing vital support.
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Maine’s congressional delegation reacts along party lines to impeachment inquiry
Sen. Collins declines to comment because an impeachment inquiry could result in a trial in the Senate, while Reps. Pingree and Golden, and Sen. King say the president has crossed a line if a whistleblower’s accusations are true.
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Commentary: More policymakers should support Maine’s leaders in addressing bone health
Stepped-up screening and treatment will ease the toll of osteoporosis, both personally and economically.
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How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
Among other legislation, the House passed the Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act, extending various VA programs through next September.
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Our View: Keep failed southern border policies out of Maine
The tough talk from our state’s new Border Patrol agent in charge should raise red flags.