It’s the first step by her administration to create a centralized place to assist the growing number of immigrants coming to Maine.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Hate groups are on the march in Maine
A three-month investigation by the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram reveals that white nationalist groups are increasing their presence in Maine. Ignoring them would be a mistake, experts say.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: The graying of the Midcoast Maine workforce
Years ago, my father and two of my aunts – all immigrants – helped make up for the shortage of young people. Now we’re hiring retirees to do home projects.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Senate way off base on MaineCare for noncitizens
You want to talk about price tags? Excluding low-income noncitizens from routine health care comes with an unacceptable financial and social cost.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Maine Senate nixes MaineCare coverage for noncitizens
Senators rejected the bill with no debate or roll call vote, despite approval in the House of Representatives on Monday.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s immigrant communities have a lot to gain from offshore wind
Responsible wind power development will ensure both robust labor protections and benefits inclusive of people regardless of race, national origin or income.
Posted inNation & World, News
20 years after the United States invaded Iraq, Iraqis are still trying to emigrate to the U.S.
U.S. officials cite multiple reasons for the delays, including an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, a hack of a refugee database, the COVID-19 pandemic and cuts to the refugee program under then-President Donald Trump.
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Migrants in Sacramento receive care as California officials weigh charges against Florida
Officials are investigating whether Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis was behind a flight that picked up asylum seekers on the Texas border and flew them – apparently without their knowledge – to California’s capital.
Posted inLocal & State
Opportunity Alliance receives grant to help Maine immigrant community access infant food program
The $710,000 initiative will raise awareness in the immigrant community about the Women, Infants and Children food assistance program.
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Maine’s Sudanese community reacts to conflict, loss in their homeland
Roughly 2,000 Mainers have ties to Sudan where 2 top generals are embattled in a power struggle that has raised serious humanitarian concerns.