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After voters reject public power, Maine’s path to utility reform is unclear

by Stephen Singer November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

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.

Nation / World, News, Politics

Haley calls Ramaswamy ‘scum’ after he brings up her daughter in Republican debate

by Mariana Alfaro The Washington Post November 8, 2023November 9, 2023

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.

Nation / World, Politics

To help 2024 voters, Meta says it will begin labeling political ads that use AI-generated imagery

by DAVID KLEPPER Associated Press November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

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.

Election 2023, Franklin, Politics

Farmington-based school district referendum passes

by Brian Ponce November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

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.

Nation / World, News, Politics

House Republicans subpoena Hunter and James Biden as part of impeachment inquiry

by FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

House Republicans summon President Biden’s family members as lawmakers’ yearlong investigation has failed to uncover evidence directly implicating the president in any wrongdoing.

Local & State, News, Politics

‘In the Arena’ podcast Ep. 6: Post-Election Day instant analysis

November 8, 2023November 15, 2023

“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 […]

Election 2022, Nation / World, News, Politics

Four California men linked to Three Percenters militia convicted of conspiracy in Jan. 6 case

by Associated Press November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

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.

Nation / World, News, Politics

Ivanka Trump testifies she wasn’t involved in documents central to her father’s civil fraud trial

by JENNIFER PELTZ and MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press November 8, 2023November 8, 2023

Her brothers have professed minimal knowledge of their father’s annual financial statements, and all have blamed accountants and lawyers for any discrepancies.