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Published
December 25, 2016

Lots of work to do before Maine marijuana smokers can light up

Rules must be written to address a host of concerns, including keeping children away from edible forms of the drug, how to detect and penalize impaired drivers and whether to integrate or modify the state's existing medical marijuana program.
Published
December 18, 2016

Maine Voices: Winner-take-all election system means loser can win

The National Popular Vote interstate compact would ensure that the popular vote winner actually becomes president.
Published
December 16, 2016

Our View: Maine needs permanent education commissioner

Gov. LePage should put aside his differences with the Legislature and tap ex-SAD 51 chief Robert Hasson for the post.
Published
December 15, 2016

Enough signatures gathered to put Medicaid expansion on Maine ballot

Maine Equal Justice Partners plans to put the referendum question on the November 2017 ballot if the Legislature doesn't secure passage by January.
Published
December 15, 2016

Maine Voices: Help stop the harm done by Maine’s underfunding of higher education

We need a broad, bipartisan coalition to advocate for public colleges, which are an asset of all Maine people.

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Published
December 8, 2016

Lawmaker’s nonprofit is fined over mailer accusing Democrat of supporting terrorists

A Republican on the state ethics panel describes the $673 fine as a 'bargain,' considering the election loss of the target, former House Majority Leader Jeff McCabe.
Published
December 7, 2016

Maine House rejects challenge to residency of Old Orchard Beach lawmaker

The 121-17 vote supports George Hogan, the representative from House District 13.
Published
December 7, 2016

LePage urges lawmakers to alter voter initiatives on minimum wage and tax surcharge

The governor makes the remarks before administering the oath of office to the newly elected members of the 128th Legislature.
Published
December 4, 2016

At the Maine State House, the path to consensus is rock-strewn

As the 128th Legislature arrives this week, competing goals and shifting political fortunes ensure drama.
Published
December 1, 2016

Commentary: Treating others with respect, decency is key to progress for MaineSolutions

Progress on vital issues such as jobs and helping the elderly can be accomplished when all sides work together without rancor.