Portland ballot Question 2 would also set a dangerous precedent for all Maine communities.
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Our View: For better roads, bridges, vote ‘yes’ on Maine transportation bond
Question 3 on the statewide ballot is an important step toward addressing unmet infrastructure needs.
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Ethics investigation records shed light on murky finances of casino campaign
They indicate that key figures in the campaign tried to conceal entrepreneur Shawn Scott’s funding role.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Approve Medicaid expansion to save lives, struggling hospitals, tax dollars
It’s heartbreaking to see Mainers buried in medical bills or skipping health care because of the cost. Here’s a chance to help them.
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Commentary: People’s process allows Mainers to benefit from new gaming opportunity, says casino campaign counsel
Question 1 on the state ballot will fuel smart job growth and economic expansion, Drew Ketterer says.
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Maine Voices: Medicaid expansion in Maine would come at steep cost, loss of medical-care price control
To accommodate expansion, taxes will be raised or budgets slashed, even as third-party payments fuel a bloated bottom line.
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Commentary: Maine’s history on Medicaid expansion is no reason to vote ‘no’
The 2002 expansion was funded differently from the ACA approach, which has worked especially well in other states with rural communities like Maine.
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Charles Lawton: Casino debate ignores the referendum monster we have created
The fundamental question is what to do with this fourth branch of government, the referendum process itself?
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: New casino in York County would benefit the whole state
An editorial leaves out key facts about the economic advantages of passing Question 1.
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Casino effort in York County fuels push to stem abuse of citizen initiative process
It’s said that the project will bring millions in tax relief and revenue, but the early winners are backers with no ties to Maine – and lawmakers are taking notice.