Charles’ plans to cut the state budget and eliminate Maine’s income tax in 4 years drew the brunt of attacks Wednesday in the first televised debate to feature all 7 candidates in the Republican primary for governor.
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Wise, kind Nirav Shah for governor | Letter
Nirav Shah is my — and, hopefully, a majority of Maine voters’ — top choice to serve as our next governor. It turns out that Shah is much more than one with a calm voice who can simplify the complicated and make Maine and Mainers national leaders on medical issues. Shah is not only a […]
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Shenna Bellows is the breath of fresh air we badly need | Opinion
If you’re at your wit’s end with the current political climate, find a location where Bellows is going to speak and get yourself there.
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We interviewed the Maine governor candidates. Here’s what they said.
The Portland Press Herald and Maine Public sat down with most of the gubernatorial hopefuls for one-on-one interviews.
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Angus King III for Maine governor | Letter
I am a supporter of Angus King III for governor because of his stance on climate change and how he intends to use renewable energy to decrease the power cost escalation we are seeing in Maine. Clean energy has proven to be the lowest-cost way to enlarge energy supply, increase reliability and reduce carbon emissions […]
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Absentee voting has started in the Maine primary. Here’s what you need to know.
With one month to go until the June 9 primaries, voters can now cast absentee ballots for U.S. Senate, Maine governor and other races.
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Garrett Mason will provide real leadership as Maine governor | Letter
As a farmer, I know there are no shortcuts to real work. We prepare, we plan and we face problems head-on. That same mindset is needed in government today. As a new legislator serving Windham, I have seen firsthand who truly understands the challenges facing Maine families, workers and small businesses. This is why I’m […]
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Support Hannah Pingree for governor | Letter
I support Hannah Pingree for governor because I believe she has the experience, intelligence and leadership skills that Maine requires for a brighter future. I met Pingree during her work as co-chair of the Maine Climate Council. I observed firsthand as she worked collaboratively with varied interest groups to reach consensus on the innovative Maine […]
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A ‘new kind of Bush’ wants voters to give him the chance to lead Maine
Jonathan Bush is seeking to become governor after serving for years as a healthcare executive. The big first test is whether his family name will help or hurt him in the June 9 primary.
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Hannah Pingree grew up in Maine politics. Is she the next governor?
The former speaker of the Maine House and daughter of U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree has lots of support from other state leaders, but she faces a challenge in a crowded race where many voters are undecided.