A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers and advocates is touting a proposal to revoke the monopoly status of the state’s 2 largest power distribution companies and force them to sell their assets to a consumer-owned nonprofit.
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Proposed ballot initiative to block non-citizens from voting falls short
The Maine Secretary of State’s Office says the initiative, inspired by debate in Portland about allowing non-citizens to vote in city elections, did not have enough valid signatures.
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Maine Senate rejects attempt to end COVID-19 state of emergency
Republicans have been pushing since last spring to rein in Gov. Janet Mills’ emergency powers during the pandemic, arguing lawmakers should have a seat at the table.
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State validates over 80,000 signatures for new CMP corridor referendum
The Secretary of State’s Office finds 80,506 valid signatures, more than enough to put the issue on the November ballot.
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From yard signs to bumper stickers, Maine politics turns vulgar
Free speech laws largely permit obscene language to be used on vehicles and private property, but local leaders wonder what it says about how we communicate.
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Lines are being drawn in the next election for Maine governor
No other Republicans are stepping forward as former two-term Gov. Paul Lepage lobs shots at Democratic incumbent Janet Mills.
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Lewiston’s Nate Libby stepping down as Senate majority leader
The four-term Democrat said he’ll remain in the Legislature.
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Anti-gay activist Michael Heath says he’s running for governor
Calling for ‘a political exorcism,’ Heath vows to oust Janet Mills in the 2022 election.
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Maine People’s Party plans to start enrolling members this week
A new, progressive political party hopes to become a force in state and national politics.
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Maine lawmakers tackle challenge of public access during pandemic
Committees plan to conduct many of their meetings virtually, at least initially, with opportunities for the public to either join by video conference or by phone.