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Posted inLetters to the Editor
Joe Baldacci will put the needs of Maine families first | Letter
As the parent of a young adult with severe special needs, I’ve spent years navigating the emotional and physical demands of caregiving. My family is far from alone — hundreds of families across Maine, and thousands more across the country, face the same daily challenges. Too often, we feel unheard. One person who has consistently […]
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Posted inLetters to the Editor
Maine needs a governor who represents working people | Letter
I want to congratulate Gov. Mills. For state workers, March 30 marked nine months without a contract. Well done to Gov. Mills. Not every governor can stiff state workers for nine months and get away with it. It reminds me of when Mills vetoed minimum wage and organizing rights for Maine farm workers. Can we […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
If you want to flip the Senate, you should be voting for Janet Mills | Opinion
We must not squander this chance to oust Sen. Susan Collins by voting for an inexperienced candidate with tons of baggage.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Can Shenna Bellows’ stand against Trump translate to a successful run for governor?
The biggest challenge for Maine’s secretary of state may be finding a way to stand out in a competitive Democratic primary.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
What big-money groups are spending the most on the Maine governor’s race?
Close to $3 million in outside money has been spent on the Maine governor’s race this year, with most of the spending benefiting Republicans, according to new state campaign finance reports.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Hannah Pingree has the leadership experience Maine needs | Opinion
Pingree’s record of service in both the legislative and executive branches of government will have her ready to go on day one as Maine’s next governor.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine’s progressive champion? He’s been here all along. | Opinion
Troy Jackson’s politics are the politics of solidarity. He’ll make a great governor.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Governor candidate drops out of race after state alleges fraud with funding
Maine’s campaign finance watchdog issued a decision denying Sen. Jim Libby clean elections funding after it found numerous problems with paperwork his campaign submitted to qualify for the money.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Troy Jackson is committed to rejecting dark money | Opinion
We must elect those candidates who show by their actions that they will only be anointed by and beholden to the people.