The former Republican senator acknowledges a sea change in society’s attitude on the issue.
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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Maine delegation urges no shift cuts for Bangor airport
A letter calls upon the FAA to keep the airport air traffic control tower open around the clock.
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U.S. plans to stay out of dispute over elvers
It’s unlikely to suspend the state’s harvest over excess licensing, an official says. In Maine, talks with the Passamaquoddies continue.
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Michaud, LePage spar on Medicaid
The posturing between the congressman and governor could hint of the 2014 gubernatorial race.
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New spending deal spells mixed news for Maine
Many federally funded programs around the state are still bracing for cutbacks in their budgets.
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Pingree backs bill legalizing marijuana
The measure would control the drug at the federal level similar to the way alcohol is regulated.
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VA official grilled on vets’ wait for help
Maine is doing much better than the VA overall, which needs on average 279 days to process a disability claim.
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Kittery shipyard workers awaiting furlough notices
Civilian employees at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will rally Thursday against across-the-board budget cuts.
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Use of government funds questioned at fish hearing
With the groundfishing industry bracing for catch limits cuts, NOAA’s spending on itself is under attack.
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Republican leaders: Get rid of Maine caucus
A new report recommends that states like Maine switch to presidential primaries in hopes of involving more voters.