John Richardson – Page 11 – The Portland Press Herald

King, Dill pledge support for homeless programs

Both criticize Republican Charlie Summers for not attending a forum on poverty and the homeless.

In the race for the open U.S. Senate seat, Charlie Summers has 23.8 percent and Cynthia Dill 12.1 percent.

Lisa DeSisto, 49, a Boston Globe executive and expert in digital news products, will begin her new job Nov. 19.

Two new TV ads could help Angus King counter Republican attack ads, but may pose political risks.

King cites partisan gridlock, while Dill blames too many ‘older, very wealthy white men.’

But he cites partisan gridlock, while she blames too many ‘older, very wealthy white men.’

The Republican’s campaign says he has scheduling conflicts, but a rival says he’s ducking tough issues.

All three Senate hopefuls used typical credits and deductions, with Angus King at the top in income.

The liberal south and coast vs. the more conservative north is a divide that could again be key in the election.

Findings from four surveys differ in part because of live interviews and including cellphone users.