By overstating the impact of a closed-door meeting, a recent editorial feeds public distrust of politics and the media.
Paul LePage
Republican Governor of Maine, 2011 to present.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
LePage pushes again for reduced income taxes, energy costs
At a low-key public forum in Oakland, the governor repeats his contention that a solar energy bill that he successfully vetoed was ‘a bad deal for Maine.’
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Shelter broke rules, dashed woman’s hopes by letting LePage adopt dog before public could
The Jack Russell terrier mix was supposed to be made available a day later, but when the governor walks in, ‘it sort of shifts things a little,” an official says.
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House speaker to appeal dismissal of his federal lawsuit against Gov. LePage
Mark Eves’ attorney files a notice of appeal in his lawsuit alleging that the governor abused the power of his office.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
Greg Kesich: Backing away from vote, Rep. Timmons, cohorts show no backbone
Five Maine House members shun voting to override Gov. LePage’s veto of the solar bill they previously supported.
Posted inAnimals, Local & State, News
Meet Veto: LePage employs biting humor to name his new dog
The governor adopts a rescue Jack Russell Terrier just a month after the family lost its previous dog to cancer.
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LePage’s frustration with job is evident, associates say
After some tough days last week, Maine’s chief executive appeared exasperated, colleagues and staff admit, saying, ‘We all have our moments.’
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Lawmakers returning to Augusta to decide on dozens of vetoes
Easier access to naloxone, solar energy expansion and more funding for county jails are among the issues to be decided as the legislative session ends.
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LePage abruptly cancels appearance at birthday celebration at Husson
The governor’s office says the change is unrelated to remarks that he will cut back on appearances.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Urge lawmakers to override LePage’s Maine Clean Election Fund veto
Gov. LePage has vetoedL.D. 1579, a bill that advances $500,000 to Maine’s Clean Election Fund to ensure adequate funding for the 2016 elections. If it does not become law, Clean Elections could run out of money this year, according to the Maine Ethics Commission. Over the years, lawmakers have taken more than $6 million out […]