Trump gave Collins a pass … until now.
Jim Fossel
Like the Red Sox, Maine Republicans seem content to coast | Jim Fossel
The party continues to rest on its laurels. Eternal mediocrity beckons.
Bill votes expose the limits of Susan Collins’ influence | Jim Fossel
Republican numbers and the diminished power of committee chairs neutralized Sen. Collins’ opposition to the ‘big, beautiful bill.’
Maine Republicans should pounce on immigration issue | Jim Fossel
Gov. Mills has yet to act on a bill that would prohibit state and local law enforcement from cooperating with ICE. It’s time to turn up the heat.
In launching a third party, Musk faces an uphill battle | Jim Fossel
Legal difficulties and political realities could sink an admirable idea.
Keep an eye on the wild, wild west in contest for Maine governor | Jim Fossel
Two candidates from western Maine could throw a wrench into the race for the Blaine House.
How did Maine’s congressional delegates reply to strikes on Iran? | Jim Fossel
A set of contrasting responses shows us how easily developments like this can sow political dissent.
Ticket-selling bill shows Maine Democrats can get it right | Jim Fossel
This Phish fan gives thanks.
‘Big, beautiful bill’ is one big, ugly mess | Jim Fossel
To provide real middle-class tax relief, President Trump’s signature legislation needs to be completely overhauled.
Maine Democrats’ ‘babysitter bill’ needs some tending to | Jim Fossel
The proposal to allow state candidates to use Clean Election funding on care of dependents needs to be sharpened up.