The investigation by the New York Times contradicts the president’s story that he made most of his money himself, with only a $1 million loan from his father.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
Democrats use change in tax code as political weapon in key House races
Although the Republican reforms cut taxes for many, candidates in high-income states tell voters that the cap on local and state tax deductions will hit them hard.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Developer: Plan for Scarborough Downs property fits with town’s vision, discussed widely with public
At least seven businesses hope to locate there in the near future, just one potential benefit of the vision for a ‘new heart of Scarborough.’
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
New tax law to benefit low-income Mainers, avoid complications for companies
The state has now conformed with the federal tax code, providing $76 million in tax relief for individuals and businesses and making filing easier.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Scarborough, hold your horses when it comes to tax increment financing
That proposed TIF should set off a tiff among residents whose property tax bills may soar.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Carol Palesky, outspoken anti-tax crusader, ex-convict, dies at 78
The former Topsham woman led an unsuccessful effort to cap property taxes in Maine in 2004 – after serving two jail sentences.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Alcohol a factor in fight between Maine and New Hampshire over millions in revenue
New Hampshire wants to sell more booze to out-of-staters so it’s offering them discounts – something Maine’s liquor agency dismisses as a ‘gimmick.’
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Cynthia Dill: Being fiscally conservative means something different these days
President Trump, Gov. LePage & Co. use record debt as a good excuse to cut social programs.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine hospitals shouldn’t be forced to pay more taxes
Under the Affordable Care Act, Maine hospitals got all of the pain without any of the offsetting gain.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Trump White House is living in alternative economic universe
A claim that the federal deficit is ‘coming down rapidly’ since the massive tax cut conflicts with the real numbers so far.