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Politics
From Maine food freedom to Trump’s Twitter fight, rights claims can mislead
What some may need to understand is the Bill of Rights applies to the relationship between government and individuals, not among individuals themselves.
The fruitless effort to primary Gov. Janet Mills
A grassroots effort to challenge the incumbent governor has one problem: Its candidate doesn’t want to run.
Mills delays while LePage takes swipes, setting up a 2022 election like no other
Despite the lack of a formal announcement, experts expect the incumbent governor to confront her predecessor and nemesis.
An online impeachment crusader wants restrictions lifted, and her beliefs heard
Jessica Rainville, a voice actor from North Berwick, says COVID-19 restrictions inspired her to go after Gov. Mills.
Running on fumes: Lack of will imperils fund that keeps Maine roads, bridges safe
Many cite better gas mileage, hybrid and electric vehicles for the dwindling Highway Fund. The big culprit is much simpler.
Education officials, advocates celebrate 55% state funding achievement. But can it endure?
Financing public education at that level will be a challenge in two years. Backtracking won’t be easy, either.
Census results boost Democrats, while Republicans fight the tide
A steady migration from rural to more urban areas is true in Maine, as it is nationwide.
Awash in federal cash, Maine counties ponder limited ways to spend it
County government here has limited duties. Some officials say the American Rescue Plan Act presumes they do much more, and guidance on using the money is needed.
Legislature produces results with work on climate change initiatives
On top of agreeing to divest from fossil fuels, lawmakers pass 10 measures that promise to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to climate impacts.
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