But Susan Collins’ $2.1 million summertime haul left the Republican with $7.1 million headed into the fall, setting the stage for one of the nation’s most closely watched – and expensive – Senate campaigns.
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Spencer Thibodeau says he wants to restore trust, collaboration as Portland’s next mayor
The 31-year-old real estate attorney says that endorsements from 5 councilors prove he can work well with others to make progress on issues like affordable housing.
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Sara Gideon decries high prescription drug prices during campaign swing in Lewiston
A handpicked group talked to the Freeport Democrat Thursday about how the costs are affecting them.
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Republican Dale Crafts declares candidacy for U.S. House seat
The former state lawmaker says his backers include former Gov. Paul LePage and 2018 gubernatorial candidate Shawn Moody.
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Portland mayor tells business leaders he’ll push for $15 minimum wage if he is re-elected
Ethan Strimling made the statement at a chamber of commerce forum with the 3 candidates who are trying to unseat him, telling the audience, ‘I know you’re going to light your hair on fire.’
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As he runs for re-election, Ethan Strimling touts his tenure as ‘an activist mayor’
Portland’s mayor champions ideas that he says reflect the people’s will – such as expanded pre-kindergarten and a $64 million school bond.
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Joe Biden says Trump should be impeached to preserve ‘our democracy’
The Democratic presidential candidate makes the remarks a day after the White House tells the House that it won’t cooperate in an impeachment inquiry.
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Kate Snyder says she wants to put service ahead of ambition as Portland mayor
The 49-year-old nonprofit director is a former chairwoman of the city’s school board and says she wants to address issues such as affordable housing and homelessness.
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Rally for Trump draws fans and foes to Lewiston
Mainers gather in front of U.S. Rep. Jared Golden’s office to pressure him on the looming impeachment battle in Washington.