Critics dislike having to insure short-term workers; backers cite coverage for children under 26.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
Group asks Summers to resign from office
The Maine People’s Alliance says being secretary of state and a candidate presents a simple conflict of interest.
Group calls on candidate Summers to resign state post
Maine People’s Alliance says Summers has an inherent conflict of interest because his office oversees elections.
Woods wins mentalist’s support
The independent candidate and the entertainer share a long history, but Kreskin stops short of predicting a winner in November’s Senate race.
King presents bipartisan list of supporters
Angus King’s county campaign chairs include prominent partisans and independents.
Amazing Kreskin endorses Maine candidate for US Senate
However, the famous mentalist’s endorsement did not include a prediction that Steve Woods will win.
Election 2012: Money wasn’t key factor in primary wins
One candidate’s timing with his funds helped, but for most the cost-per-vote didn’t translate into success.
Summers, Dill win, join King as finalists for Snowe’s seat
The U.S. Senate race in Maine is expected to be expensive and have national ramifications.
Wharf owner may face sewer bill hike
Improper billing came to light after the Shipyard Brewing error
Election 2012: Finalize your choices – primaries a day away
The predicted light turnout makes the outcome uncertain in the key races to choose candidates for U.S. Senate.