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Maine incomes dropped in 2018, the biggest loss by percent in the U.S.

Economists said the figures likely reflect Maine’s aging population and the move of many workers from jobs into retirement.

It is a likely indication that growing economic uncertainties are taking a toll on American households.

by ZEKE MILLER and JOSH BOAK August 20, 2019August 21, 2019

White House aides and campaign advisers have been monitoring the recent turbulence in the financial markets and troubling indicators at home.

by ZEKE MILLER and JOSH BOAK August 20, 2019August 20, 2019

With eyes on 2020, the White House insists the fundamentals of the US economy are ‘very strong’

by MARCY GORDON August 19, 2019August 19, 2019

President Trump has dismissed such concerns, offering an optimistic outlook for the economy after last week’s steep drop in the financial markets.

by Richard Killmer June 28, 2019June 28, 2019

Fossil fuel-driven climate change will have a particularly devastating impact on the poor and on future generations.

Maine Coast earned the President’s “E” Award for showing sustained growth over 4 years.