Coverage of Election 2024

Election 2024, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State

Jared Golden’s journey from Leeds to Iraq to Capitol Hill

by Steve Collins September 29, 2024September 28, 2024

The three-term Democrat from Lewiston is an unconventional politician.

Election 2024, Local & State

Congressional challenger Austin Theriault has always been in a hurry

by Steve Collins September 29, 2024September 29, 2024

Fort Kent Republican seeks to move from NASCAR circuit to Capitol Hill.

Election 2024, Local & State

How Jared Golden and Austin Theriault actually disagree

by Steve Collins September 29, 2024September 30, 2024

On issues from abortion to Ukraine, the two 2nd District congressional hopefuls differ on what should be done.

Election 2024

Three televised debates are coming soon

by Steve Collins September 29, 2024September 28, 2024

The one-hour debates will be held in television studios without an audience.

Election 2024, Nation / World, News, Politics

Harris walks fence at U.S.-Mexico border as she works to project tougher stance on migration

by WILL WEISSERT and JONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press September 28, 2024September 28, 2024

Immigration and border security are top issues in Arizona, the only battleground state that borders Mexico.

Election 2024, News, Politics

Harris expands huge fundraising advantage over Trump in Maine

by Randy Billings September 28, 2024September 28, 2024

The surge in campaign donations in Maine and across the country reflects renewed enthusiasm among Democratic donors for Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy, but it by no means guarantees victory in November.

Election 2024, Nation / World, Politics, Religion & Values

Jews and Catholics warn against Trump’s latest loyalty test for religious voters

by DAVID CRARY and HOLLY MEYER Associated Press September 27, 2024September 27, 2024

His declaration that he can best protect their freedoms while preemptively blaming some if he loses in November incenses some religious leaders.

Election 2024, Local & State, News

A ‘woke’ flag? Culture war unfurls around Maine’s new (old) design

by Dylan Tusinski September 27, 2024September 30, 2024

Some say the proposal for a new flag on the Nov. 5 ballot is an attempt to erase history, while others argue it’s related to Christian nationalism. To most, though, the meanings of our state flag and its potential replacement are more personal.