The majority of Republicans also supported the bill. The governor promises a new bill to replenish the rainy day fund.
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Michaud, Cutler, LePage offer differing views on virtual charter schools
The three candidates for governor wade in on expanding online educational opportunities in Maine
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LePage wants to get rid of state’s wind-power goals
A bill introduced by the governor recently would do away with Maine’s megawatt targets.
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State House Notebook: Legislature to fly solo in drafting budget solutions
Also: Medicaid expansion vote on tap / Jackson, LePage at it again.
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LePage takes advantage of bully pulpit in governor’s race
On the trail or not, the governor uses the power of the incumbency to control the message. Meanwhile, his rivals look for other ways to muscle into contention.
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Maine panel split over federal probe criticizing LePage
Lawmakers divide by party in their responses to the federal probe of Maine’s unemployment appeals.
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Political rivals blast LePage over federal findings
They call him a bully and intimidator, but the governor’s allies say he was trying to fix problems and suggest political motives.
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Contributions to candidates for Maine’s 2nd congressional district
Who is giving and how much are they giving to the candidates for the House of Representatives from Maine’s 2nd District?
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States – but not Maine – giving overdose antidote to public
At least 17 states allow public access to naloxone to help save lives, but some like Gov. LePage oppose it, saying it may promote more drug use.
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No LePage veto means no cut in Maine municipal aid
The governor has withheld bonds over the controversial bill, but he lets it become law.