Lawmakers reviewing the state’s child protective agency hear testimony from front-line workers for the first time Wednesday, and their message is sobering.
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Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes campaign stop in Portland
Kennedy, an independent in a race that is likely to feature a rematch of Donald Trump and Joe Biden, spoke to a crowd of about 700 at the Ocean Gateway.
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Posted inElection 2023, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Major upsets in Lewiston and Auburn elections signal big changes for Twin Cities
Even with a looming mayoral runoff election in Lewiston between Carl Sheline and Jon Connor, the elections in Lewiston and Auburn on Tuesday signaled that voters sought change in both cities.
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After voters reject public power, Maine’s path to utility reform is unclear
One lawmaker is proposing performance-based ratemaking as a possible way to address problems highlighted by the failed campaign to take over Maine’s investor-owned utilities.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Haley calls Ramaswamy ‘scum’ after he brings up her daughter in Republican debate
Vivek Ramaswamy and Nikki Haley have clashed repeatedly throughout the three debates this campaign cycle. This, however, was the first time Ramaswamy targeted a member of Haley’s family.
Posted inNation / World, Politics
To help 2024 voters, Meta says it will begin labeling political ads that use AI-generated imagery
AI-generated political ads have already made an appearance in the U.S. In April, the Republican National Committee released an entirely AI-generated ad meant to show the future of the United States if Joe Biden is reelected.
Posted inElection 2023, Franklin, Politics
Farmington-based school district referendum passes
With over 5,400 votes cast, RSU 9 to complete the purchase of the Holman Mission House, which the district will use for administrative purposes.
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House Republicans subpoena Hunter and James Biden as part of impeachment inquiry
House Republicans summon President Biden’s family members as lawmakers’ yearlong investigation has failed to uncover evidence directly implicating the president in any wrongdoing.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
‘In the Arena’ podcast Ep. 6: Post-Election Day instant analysis
“In the Arena” is a podcast for Mainers interested in a deeper understanding of the political issues facing our state, featuring former TV anchor/reporter Pat Callaghan, former Republican state Sen. Phil Harriman and former Democratic Portland mayor Ethan Strimling. This week, on Episode 6 of ‘In The Arena,’ Pat, Phil and Ethan take a closer […]
Posted inElection 2022, Nation / World, News, Politics
Four California men linked to Three Percenters militia convicted of conspiracy in Jan. 6 case
A codefendant who previously pleaded guilty posted online that he created the group for ‘fighters’ who were expected to bring ‘weaponry’ and body armor with them to Washington on Jan. 6, according to prosecutors.