Spud-growing states stoke the ongoing political fight between agricultural interests and those setting federal nutrition policy.
Kevin Miller
Kevin Miller joined the staff of the Portland Press Herald in 2012 and has worked as a journalist in Maine since 2005. He currently covers state politics, the Maine Legislature and environmental/natural resources issues. A policy wonk, Kevin previously wrote about Congress and federal issues as the Press Herald’s Washington, DC correspondent. Before settling in Maine, he covered state government, higher education and environmental issues for newspapers in Virginia and Maryland. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing or doing pretty much anything else outdoors. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Carissa, and their dog.
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Washington Notebook: RNC revamping the way it names presidential choice
Republicans hope to avoid the type of drawn-out, bruising primary battle that many believe hurt Mitt Romney’s 2012 campaign.
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King, Pingree urge FEMA to use local flood reports
New flood maps could mean significant hikes in insurance premiums and restrictions on property development in Maine.
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Push to legalize marijuana likely in more Maine communities
After a successful campaign in Portland, a national group will try to put the issue to voters in Lewiston, South Portland and York.
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Washington Notebook: Maine’s senators differ on NSA metadata storage
As members of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Susan Collins and Angus King will play a role in shaping any reforms to the nation’s spying tactics.
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Continued American Airlines flights relieve Maine officials
Staying on the airline’s schedule after it’s forced to cut routes will be an economic boon for Portland and Bangor.
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Judiciary panel endorses Mainer for federal court
The nomination of Judge Jon David Levy now goes to the full Senate, where it may run into delay tactics.
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Bates, Bowdoin presidents participate in White House summit
They join President Obama and college leaders to discuss making higher education more accessible.
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Bill offers flood premium reprieve for some Mainers
But homeowners holding flood insurance are pinning hopes on longer lasting rate relief in a Senate bill.
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Massive federal spending bill has benefits for Maine
Bath Iron Works could have a destroyer contract finalized and some social programs would receive additional funding.