Fort Kent Republican seeks to move from NASCAR circuit to Capitol Hill.
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Posted inElection 2024, Local & State
How Jared Golden and Austin Theriault actually disagree
On issues from abortion to Ukraine, the two 2nd District congressional hopefuls differ on what should be done.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State, Politics
At a pivotal time for the Maine Arts Commission, new leader offers promise
The agency’s new executive director started her job in August with 30-plus years of experience at the intersection of arts and government.
Posted inElection 2024
Three televised debates are coming soon
The one-hour debates will be held in television studios without an audience.
Posted inElection 2024, Nation / World, News, Politics
Harris walks fence at U.S.-Mexico border as she works to project tougher stance on migration
Immigration and border security are top issues in Arizona, the only battleground state that borders Mexico.
Posted inElection 2024, News, Politics
Harris expands huge fundraising advantage over Trump in Maine
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.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
When Lyndon B. Johnson came to Portland 60 years ago, a hundred thousand followed
Johnson’s 1964 visit drew what may have been the largest crowd Portland has ever seen. Sixty years later, those in attendance still remember the group’s energy.
Posted inElection 2024, Nation / World, Politics, Religion & Values
Jews and Catholics warn against Trump’s latest loyalty test for religious voters
His declaration that he can best protect their freedoms while preemptively blaming some if he loses in November incenses some religious leaders.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
NYC mayor pleads not guilty to taking bribes and illegal campaign contributions
The first-term Democrat maintains he did nothing wrong and has vowed to stay in office, rebuffing growing calls for him to quit.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, News
A ‘woke’ flag? Culture war unfurls around Maine’s new (old) design
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.