DURHAM — A political newcomer is challenging a two-term incumbent for the Maine House District 46 seat. Voters in the district that covers the rural communities of North Yarmouth, Durham and part of Pownal will have a choice between Rep. Paul Chace, a Republican, and Democrat Braden Sharpe. Paul Chace Chace said he is seeking re-election […]
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Democrats outpacing Republicans in early absentee voting in Maine
Experts say that doesn’t translate into victory at the polls, but it does enable parties to identify where to concentrate their get-out-the-vote efforts on Election Day.
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Commentary: Janet Mills will be an advocate for Planned Parenthood, reproductive rights
By contrast, her primary challenger, Shawn Moody, has made his opposition clear.
Posted inEditorials, Election 2018, Opinion, Politics
Our Endorsement: No on Question 1 – plan lacks oversight
Its authors rightly identify a health care crisis among older adults and the disabled, but their strategy is misguided.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Today’s Republicans overlook conservative case for universal health care
They hesitate to state their views even though it’s an idea consistent with conservative principles – respect for tradition, Judeo-Christian values, sanctity of life and individual freedoms.
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With election looming, candidates for governor debate transmission line, non-citizen voting rights
All four expressed concern about Central Maine Power Co.’s plan to run a 145-mile power line through the mountains of western Maine.
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Cumberland County DA candidates disagree at forum on best ways to tackle opioid crisis
Democrat Jon Gale and independent Jonathan Sahrbeck also discuss sexual assault cases, immigration enforcement and safe-injection sites for drug users.
Posted inTimes Record
Senate District 22: President of Maine Education Association to face long-time house representative
BRUNSWICK — Two aspiring newcomers to the Maine Senate are facing off to replace Majority Leader Garrett Mason, representing Maine Senate District 22. Lois Kilby-Chesley, a Democrat and former president of the Maine Education Association is up against Rep. Jeff Timberlake, a Republican serving House District 75 whose term as a representative is set to […]
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Vitelli faces challenge from Georgetown selectman
BRUNSWICK — In Maine Senate District 23, incumbent Sen. Eloise Vitelli, D-Arrowsic, is being challenged by Georgetown Selectman Rich Donaldson. In pitching her reelection campaign, Vitelli says her focus will remain largely consistent with her past two years in the legislature. “I have some clear ideas of what will help move Maine forward, and I […]
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Our Endorsement: Editorial Board backs second term for Sen. Angus King
Two challengers offer bold alternatives, but we prefer the incumbent’s pragmatic approach.