Biotechnology, composites, forest products and agriculture are among the areas that would benefit.
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Rep. Bruce Poliquin: CHOICE Act a good deal for Maine
Regulators overreached in response to the Great Recession, and small lenders are paying the price.
Douglas Rooks: Time for legislators to do something
The Legislature must resist calls to repeal the school-funding mandate passed in November.
George Smith: Collecting stuff runs in the family
It’s time to clean out the house — but with so much good stuff, where do I start?
Commentary: Trump should focus on priorities, not Katahdin monument
Voters elected him to fight terrorism and repeal Obamacare, not weaken public lands.
Maine Compass: Proven program gives children the skills needed to succeed at learning
Proposed legislation calls for exploring whether early childhood consultation could help the whole state.
From the State House: Vote yes to make prescription drugs cheaper in Maine
Makers of brand-name drugs are hurting taxpayers by blocking generic versions.
Jim Fossel: Trump’s pretty good trip abroad
The president’s first foreign excursion brought a consider degree of difficulty.
Alan Caron: Now more than ever, Democrats should rally behind Angus King
The U.S. Senate is the first line of defense against the spread of ignorance.
Don Roberts: Don’t forget Augusta’s special election
It is one of the most interesting elections in a while.