We can’t have a 21st-century economy in our state without faster Internet speeds.
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Clean Elections Initiative would restore funding, strengthen disclosure laws
U.S. Supreme Court rulings have trashed campaign finance statutes and ushered in an age of unprecedented political spending.
Soaring national debt threatens stability, even survival, of US
We are headed for a situation where the interest on the national debt alone will consume most of the revenues (taxes), and our currency will be worthless.
Volunteerism, standing in line are examples of our working democracy
In some countries there are no lines, only disorderly scrums where the rule is that the one with the sharpest elbows is the first person served.
For a better tax plan, try new ideas
When it comes to the tax code, there’s no interest like self-interest.
It’s a dangerous world of bad drivers, snow-covered roads, train derailments
Distracted driving is just one of many dangers we face when getting behind the wheel.
We really are Skowhegan Indians
Respecting and cherishing our heritage is not racism.
Most pet store puppies from licensed breeders
Proposed ban would encourage underground, unregulated market in puppies.
For jobs, Shultz’ carbon fee plan fills need better than Keystone
Revenue from the fee would be divided up equally and returned to all households.
We shouldn’t throw out the system just because we found a flaw
Having “the means” to pay for lodging is only part of the battle with someone who has mental illness.