The Democratic event coincides with the Republican National Convention proceedings on Wednesday evening.
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Gideon calls for Medicare ‘public option’ as part of health care platform
Health care has again emerged as a top priority in this election cycle, particularly since the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S.
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FDA chief apologizes for overstating benefits of virus plasma therapy
President Trump staged an announcement on Sunday even though the treatment’s value has not been established.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
People’s veto on ranked choice voting resurrected again
A judge ruled Monday that Maine’s secretary of state improperly invalidated some signatures, which means Maine voters could decide for a third time whether they want to use ranked choice.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Politics
Sara Gideon pushes health care, broadband to boost rural Maine
Regional hospital executives tell Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate their ideas for reforming health care.
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White House staging and Trump aides’ roles at RNC may violate ethics laws, experts say
For example, Michael R. Pompeo plans to speak to the convention while he is in Israel on an official mission.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine Republicans expect Trump victory after ‘uplifting’ national convention
Six Mainers went to Charlotte, N.C., for a scaled-back convention, including party leaders and 2nd Congressional District candidate Dale Crafts, but Sen. Susan Collins will not attend.
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Maine Senate approves gubernatorial nominees for ethics, gambling commissions
The special Senate session was held in the larger House chamber to allow members to distance themselves.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, Politics
New York attorney general investigating whether Trump inflated assets for loans
Letitia James is seeking to compel Eric Trump’s testimony.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World, Politics
Postal chief defends changes, denies ‘sabotaging’ election
Acknowledging an expected surge in mail-in ballots because of the coronavirus pandemic, Louis DeJoy said voters should mail back their ballots at least 7 days before the election.