Much like his campaign in 2017, Cayer is running on his experience, aversion to party politics, and focus on economic development.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, News, Politics
How the avocado supply became a key factor in the border debate
Some experts say that focusing on the avocado helps drive home the impact Trump’s decision would have on American readers.
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Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Donald Trump plans vote on ACA replacement after 2020 election
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signaled Monday night that he will not press for a vote on a bill to replace the Affordable Care Act until after next year’s elections, apparently heeding warnings from fellow Republicans about the perils of such a fight during campaign season. In a series of late-night tweets, Trump continued to […]
Posted inMaine, News
U.S. House GOP leader McCarthy assails ranked-choice voting in Maine
Republicans in Augusta and Washington are trying to stymie or repeal a voting method they say helps Democrats like Jared Golden.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Official: Trump team overruled the denials of 25 security clearances
A White House official turned whistleblower says dozens of people in President Trump’s administration were granted access to classified information despite ‘disqualifying issues’ in their backgrounds.
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TSA’s social media highlight weird stuff in travelers’ bags
TSA’s Instagram feed continues on without creator, trying to find that perfect balance of humor plus travel do’s and don’ts
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
The media had every right to pursue Russia-Trump, but …
Cable outlets in particular gave over far too much time to speculation.
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
Serious reporters should be proud of — not bullied for — reporting on Russia probe
Yes, pundits and the Twitterati became obsessed, but important digging requires no apologies.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
PUC staff recommends approving $1 billion CMP power line project
Read the report here. It boosts the plan for a 145-mile transmission corridor through western Maine to deliver hydropower from Quebec to markets in Massachusetts.
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Coverage for abortion services generates debate at packed hearing
A bill supported by about 80 Democratic lawmakers would provide state-funded abortion services to Medicaid recipients and require insurance companies to cover abortions.