Sen. Susan Collins believes the pressure to reach an agreement is going to be greater than the former president’s effort to derail a deal so he can campaign on immigration.
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Opinion: It’s time to fix Washington
We need wholesale change in Congress and constitutional reforms to really create a government representative of and responsive to its citizenry.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Legislature must restore integrity of second session
For years, the second session has been abused by politicians in Augusta. Enough.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
A new biography of the late Judge Frank M. Coffin does a remarkable man justice
‘A Man for All Branches’ relates Coffin’s impressive career and captures his equally notable devotion to his family.
Posted inBusiness, Election 2023, Local & State, Politics
Question 4: What you need to know about the right-to-repair referendum
The technology to keep your vehicle on the road is changing. This referendum deals with who should have the right to repair it.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lawmakers hear how other states are catching up to Maine on PFAS regulation
Thirty-three states have introduced about 200 new PFAS policies or laws this year alone.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Maine lawmaker calls for scrutiny of DHHS after disclosure of 8 public guardianship deaths
Legislators want to know why they weren’t informed as required by law. A meeting with officials is planned for next month.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Take a long, hard look at No Labels
It’s met the requirements to become a Maine political party; if it chooses to do so, it could cause extraordinary chaos.
Posted inBusiness, News
Maine utility ballot question likely to be tied up in court for years
An analysis by the state’s public advocate presents information, but few conclusions, about November’s utility referendum.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Some Maine lawmakers missed 1 in 5 votes; others had perfect attendance
State legislators’ voting records varied widely last session.