Voters will be asked Nov. 3 if they want to allot more public funds to candidates, and whether to identify top donors and be harder on violators.
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Portland mayoral candidates trade barbs in televised debate
Under attack from Mayor Michael Brennan, Ethan Strimling says he now opposes referendum efforts to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour and increase protection of the city’s scenic views.
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Candidates divided over Portland mayor’s role as city leader
The three point to differences in style and on issues such as the minimum wage and the handling of assistance to immigrants.
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Republican presidential hopeful Carly Fiorina to speak at South Portland luncheon
The Maine Heritage Policy Center says it’s not endorsing her candidacy, but is hosting her appearance as a keynote speaker at a private luncheon about free enterprise and government reform.
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Trump’s effect on Republican race could cut either way for Democrats
Once seen as a drag on Republicans’ standing with women, Donald Trump could make other Republicans look moderate by comparison.
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Jeb Bush lays out economic ideas in policy speech
The Republican hits themes popular with conservatives, including a balanced-budget amendment to the Constitution.
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Presidential candidate Sanders favors top tax rate over 50 percent
The Democrat says he wants to protect the ‘disappearing’ middle class.
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Campaign to draft Sen. Warren into presidential race winds down
Run Warren Run campaign officials say they hope to work with the senator on income inequality.
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Vermont’s Sen. Bernie Sanders kicks off populist presidential bid
The self-described democratic socialist sets out to woo leftists who are wary of Hillary Clinton.
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Rick Perry takes hands-on approach to his second Iowa campaign
The former Texas governor is hoping his brand of retail politics plays well in the caucuses next year.