Politics Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

Sen. Collins among 3 Republicans who haven’t signed on to impeachment resolution

by Bridget Bowman Tribune News Service October 25, 2019October 26, 2019

The Maine senator has shied away from commenting on impeachment, noting that she would be a juror if the House sends articles of impeachment for trial in the Senate.

Nation / World, Politics

Rep. Elijah Cummings eulogized as ‘fierce champion’ of justice, kindness

by REGINA GARCIA CANO and MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press October 25, 2019October 26, 2019

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a fellow Democrat, took note of the bipartisan crowd at the church and said Cummings had the ability to work with members of both parties.

Local & State, News, Politics

GOP congressional candidate Eric Brakey giving away an AR-15 to one lucky donor

by Steve Collins October 24, 2019November 5, 2019

Eric Brakey plans to hand over a $1,200 gun next month to someone who signs up to be a monthly donor to his 2nd Congressional District campaign.

Business, Local & State, Nation / World, News, Politics

US House passes Jared Golden’s bill to help a federal small business program

by Steve Collins October 24, 2019November 5, 2019

A measure by the 2nd Congressional District Democrat to increase funding for the Small Business Development Center program got bipartisan support this week.

Local & State, News, Politics

Legislative leaders reject latest round of Maine gun-control measures

by Scott Thistle October 24, 2019October 25, 2019

The Maine chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America faults top lawmakers for not allowing consideration of any of the 7 bills in the session that begins in January.

Local & State, News, Politics

Paul LePage met with student protesters at Colby College event

by Meg Robbins October 23, 2019October 25, 2019

The former Maine governor’s speech at Colby College Wednesday evening drew mixed reactions.

Local & State, News, Politics

Vulgar vanity license plates fuel debate, and maybe new limits down the road

by Gillian Graham October 23, 2019October 24, 2019

Complaints to lawmakers may prompt legislation, but the secretary of state says free speech protects the right to purchase plates with language that may offend some Mainers.