Former Mayor Jim Howaniec, 60, is eyeing a possible campaign for U.S. Senate as a Democrat.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Janet Mills chips away at LePage legacy, but signature reforms remain
Whether it’s moving forward with a voter-approved expansion of Medicaid or vowing to put solar panels on the lawn of the governor’s mansion, Gov. Janet Mills, a Democrat, with the help of strong Democratic majorities in the Legislature, has moved quickly to unwind much of the policy agenda put in place by her Republican predecessor, Paul LePage.
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Posted inPerspective
Donald Trump’s threat to release migrants in sanctuary cities won’t work
In suburban Maryland and other communities across the country, people value diversity and are ready to help border crossers seeking asylum.
Posted inMaine, News
‘Queer feminist mermaid’ hopes to unseat Collins
Saco lawyer Bre Kidman readily admits to being weird, but hopes Mainers will identify with the independence and authenticity.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Senate passes bill that keeps religious exemptions to vaccines but clashes with House bill
The version that won initial approval in the Senate on Thursday would eliminate only philosophical exemptions to school-required vaccinations.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Janet Mills signs law banning foam food and drink containers
Maine becomes one of the first states to ban single-use containers made from polystyrene, commonly known as Styrofoam.
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
Why don’t voters care whether presidential candidates are old?
Well, at least candidates who are male, anyway.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Retailers join call for Maine to ban plastic bags statewide
But opponents including the Maine Heritage Policy Center say the bill would only add costs for businesses and consumers.
Posted inNation / World, Politics
Twitter launches reporting tool to curb misinformation during elections
It allows users to flag posts that attempt to mislead users about registering to vote or cast a ballot; identification requirements; and the date and time of an election.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Divided House passes bill to end most exemptions to school vaccine requirements
The exemptions have allowed parents to avoid vaccinating their children against infectious diseases before they enroll in school, leaving Maine with one of the nation’s lowest vaccination rates.