Trump’s businesses routinely reported losing more money than they made, a fact that saved Trump on his taxes but belied the gold-plated CEO image he presented to the public.
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Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine launches absentee ballot tracking system
The new system will enable voters to track the status of their absentee ballots online.
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Posted inElection 2020
Maine Senate 17: Russell Black
Social media accounts Facebook @SenatorRussellBlack Occupation: Farmer, logger Education: Graduate of Mt. Blue High School, attended Wentworth Institute of Technology and Central Maine Community College Community Organizations: Wilton Fish & Game Club, Wilton Lion’s Club, Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine, Franklin County Farm Bureau, Farmington Farmer’s Union, past president, Mt. Blue All Sports Booster Personal information […]
Posted inElection 2020, Nation / World, Politics
Federal judge orders stop to Postal Service cuts, echoing others
A federal judge in Philadelphia has joined others around the country in ordering the U.S. Postal Service to halt recent service cuts
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Gideon banks on bipartisan image, but critics disagree
In her bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins, the Maine House speaker highlights her work on issues such as the opioid crisis and climate change, yet some Republicans say she’s been unwilling to compromise on key issues and failed to exercise leadership during the pandemic.
Posted inElection 2020, Local & State
Sayers challenging Mason for Kennebec County sheriff’s post
Ken Mason, who has served as Kennebec County sheriff for one term, is being challenged by Michael Sayers, an Oakland police officer.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation / World
Man points gun at protesters outside GOP candidate’s rally
Police are investigating the confrontation in Wilmington, Delaware.
Posted inElection 2020
How Trump, Biden are preparing for first presidential debate
The president has decided to skip any formal preparation, while Biden is approaching the match-up aggressively.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation / World, Politics
Trump expected to nominate conservative Barrett to Supreme Court
The White House indicates to congressional Republicans and outside allies that the pick will be the federal judge from Indiana.
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Protesters demand stronger promise from Sen. Collins.
Topics included Supreme Court vacancy, reproductive rights, health care, minority rights.