Sen. Susan Collins criticizes congressional Democrats for blocking the extension of unemployment benefits, while Sen. Angus King says the president has moved the country closer to an ‘elected monarchy.’
Sen. Angus King
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: By increasing federal support for Medicaid, Senate can save hospitals, lives
Voting for this policy will reveal that our lawmakers value compassion, justice and the human right of access to health care.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Sen. King raises concerns about U.S. Postal Service policies as election nears
King, a longtime advocate for the agency, warns a key Senate leader that post offices will struggle to keep up with mail-in ballots unless policies are changed.
Posted inTimes Record
BIW could benefit from coronavirus relief bill
$250 million of the $1 trillion HEALS Act is designated for the “surface combatant supplier base program,” which could benefit BIW and its suppliers.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
League of Women Voters leader: Maine senators must press for investment in election security
Thanks to mail-in voting, our state’s primary went smoothly, but Maine – and the nation – are running out of time to ensure every voter can cast a ballot safely.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Patients need to see health care prices to shop for better value
Maine’s U.S. senators must include price transparency in the new coronavirus relief bill.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine senators must reject Trump consumer safety nominee
Confirming Nancy Beck would leave us all – especially firefighters and children – in danger of exposure to dangerous chemicals in our products.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Revamped emergency loan program remains a short-term fix
Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program extend deadlines and loosen restrictions, but they still offer no solution to long-term revenue shortfalls.
Posted inTimes Record
Guest column: A unique graduation for a unique class of graduates
The start of a Maine summer brings any number of reasons for joy — including one of my favorite traditions: graduation season. There’s just something special about honoring the amazing accomplishments of our students and seeing families, friends and communities come together to celebrate them as they prepare to embark on the next step of […]
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Members of Maine’s congressional delegation criticize Trump’s response to protests
Rep. Pingree says the president abused his power, while Sen. King lists ‘many things wrong’ and Sen. Collins says Trump’s use of force against D.C. protesters wasn’t justified. Rep. Jared Golden cautioned the president about deploying U.S. troops on American soil.