Breakouts, burns and zingers: What to watch for in the 1st 2020 Democratic presidential debates
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In record time, opinions on gay rights flipped
Fifty years after the Stonewall riots, the growth in acceptance of gay people stands out among social movements, researchers say.
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Maine House kills bill to require background checks for private gun sales
The measure would have required private gun sellers to obtain background checks on buyers from federally licensed firearms dealers.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine making public, private insurers cover abortions
A bill requiring public and private insurance companies to cover abortion is now law in Maine
Posted inMaine
Susan Collins taps her leadership PAC to shore up support
Maine’s senior senator uses her Dirigo PAC to support GOP politicians, from Mitch McConnell to candidates for the Maine Legislature.
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Automatic voter registration bill moves a step closer to law in Maine
The bill, sponsored by House Speaker Sara Gideon, would automatically register people to vote when they get or renew their driver’s licenses in Maine.
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Trump criticizes NASA’s promotion of his plan to return to the moon before exploring Mars
In a tweet, the president appeared to take issue with a strategy outlined in a directive he signed in December 2017 and that he touted last month.
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Proposed alternative to ‘red flag’ gun bill draws broad support
Both the original and a compromise proposal seek to keep firearms from people who pose a threat.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawmakers nearing agreement on state budget with more money for cities and towns
An increase in revenue sharing will reduce pressure on property tax rates, but lawmakers are divided on funding levels for UMaine, the community colleges and Maine Maritime Academy.
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Maine Legislature inches toward deal on new state budget
Members of both parties express confidence an agreement could be reached, but sticking points remain on Gov. Janet Mill’s $8 billion, two-year proposal.