The Democratic-controlled Legislature will return Thursday to vote on the $149.5 million bond package slated for the November ballot.
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Critics as blunt as governor: He’s vulnerable
Political analysts say when LePage shoots from the hip, his re-election chances may be taking the hit.
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Senate District 19 decision before voters Tuesday
The election will fill the seat last held by Seth Goodall of Richmond, who resigned in June.
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LePage apologizes to Republicans for Obama controversy
He says the president doesn’t hate white people, but doesn’t deny making the remark.
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Stakeholder group to weigh in on Riverview Psychiatric Center
A legislative committee may consider a bill next week, with input from mental health interests and state officials, to address the tenuous status of the state hospital, which could lose $20 million in federal funding.
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Senate District 19 candidates take tough questions from constituents
Three candidates for the Senate District 19 seat met with residents Wednesday and addressed concerns over state spending, among other issues.
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Woods drops Democratic gubernatorial candidacy, endorses Michaud
Steve Woods has dropped his gubernatorial hopes and instead has put his support behind U.S. Rep. Mike Michaud.
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Maine group touts plan to eliminate income tax
The Maine Heritage Policy Center says its proposal will spur growth in the state’s poorest areas.
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Woods leaves governor’s race, endorses Michaud
With no other Democrat now running for governor, Michaud can put his money toward the general election.
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Michaud, Woods to hold joint press conference
The current Democratic congressman and 2014 candidate for governor will appear with Steve Woods, a Falmouth businessman who also has entered the race.