A fair share of the burden should be more than the zero in taxes that many of the wealthiest corporations currently pay.
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Coronavirus in Maine: Timeline
Trace key events in the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Maine — and how officials are responding — using this interactive, multimedia timeline.
Lawmaker pushes to restore parole to Maine’s justice system
Rep. Jeffrey Evangelos asks, ‘Do we believe in redemption or not?’ while seeking support to overturn a parole ban that has existed in Maine for 45 years.
In the weeds: The battle to regulate Maine’s most valuable crop
As the Legislature and courts weigh changes to the marijuana industry, local caregivers fear being overrun by big corporations and out-of-state interests.
Unrestrained debt without new taxes means a big tax hike is coming — at some point
How are we going to pay for all this?
Can compromise overcome partisan politics in infrastructure debate?
In search of support for his massive infrastructure proposal, President Biden faces a GOP right wing that would rather agitate than legislate.
Trump’s impeachments are behind, but legal problems continue to loom
Donald Trump survived two impeachments but now that he’s out of the White House, his future remains uncertain with legal challenges on the horizon.
Lawmakers look to rebalance power amid an extended state of emergency
Mainers have lived in a state of emergency for the past year — the longest period in at least 24 years. Republicans are now looking to change how governors can apply their emergency powers.
Study recommends re-evaluating most MaineCare rates every five years
Medical providers have long felt the methodology to determine how much they get paid from Maine’s Medicaid program was flawed. Armed with new data, the state must decide if and when to make changes.
Washington’s new maverick: Jared Golden
Whether his endgame is conviction, conformity or serving his constituency, Maine’s 2nd District representative will have to carefully maneuver the future consequences of recent votes.
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