Gov. Paul LePage said Wednesday that “nothing gets done” until lawmakers pass his Medicaid reimbursement payoff plan.
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Physicians: Maine’s hospitals key to Medicaid expansion
Doctors want to increase eligibility, but they say hospitals are waiting for debt issues to be resolved.
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LePage pick for Dirigo board rejected
A panel rejects Jonathan McKane’s nomination 8-5, though it will still go before the full Legislature.
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Blaine House talk sparks discussion of Congress race
As Mike Michaud eyes a run for governor, state Sen. Emily Cain weighs a bid for his seat.
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Voting rights opposed for some Maine felons
But despite an emotional plea from a murder victim’s father, the effort is refuted by, among others, the secretary of state.
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Maine Democrats make case for expansion of Medicaid
The state’s Democratic leaders will exert public pressure on Gov. LePage to give up his resistance and follow other Republican governors.
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Michaud considering run for governor
He dominates Gov. LePage in a one-on-one race, a poll shows, but in a three-way race, LePage fares much better.
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Blueberry, mint and potatoes in Capitol Park? Supporters say yes
The bill’s backers say using Capitol Park to grow food will help ease hunger and also be educational.
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Dirigo critic faces confirmation hearing Tuesday
‘Flies’ author identified / Grand theft auto / Why they call it ‘Vacationland’ / Differing on guns, aligned on business
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In Maine, ‘sunshine’ law’s fate looks dim
Several bills are proposed that would further block access to government data, inhibiting the public’s right to know.