Legislators would rather cater to their base or party leadership than enact the will of Maine voters.
Paul LePage
Republican Governor of Maine, 2011 to present.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Storm shows size of threat that Augusta has ignored
The LePage administration has abdicated its responsibility to prepare Maine for climate change-related disasters.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: LePage flouted law he’s now trying to use
It’s ironic to see the governor make a records law complaint when he doesn’t abide by it.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Russians used LePage’s controversial views as tool on Facebook to sow discord
They praised and criticized his racially charged comments in their campaign to pit Americans against each other, Sen. Collins says at a hearing on election meddling.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
LePage files new complaint against Maine attorney general
The governor alleges that Janet Mills willfully refused to provide access to public records that should have been turned over.
Posted inNews, Politics
Deputy chief of staff leaves LePage administration
Kathleen Newman, a longtime adviser and intermediary with the Legislature, was a key behind-the-scenes negotiator.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Gov. LePage way off base on state Question 2
He’s wrong about how much Medicaid expansion costs, how it works and who gets it.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Gov. LePage, Sen. Jackson will meet with loggers
The meeting is scheduled this afternoon in New Canada.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
Greg Kesich: Legislature thwarts will of voters again, inviting showdown in June
If ranked-choice elections make it back on the ballot next summer, it will be a vote on what it means when Mainers vote for something.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: LePage’s refusal of federal job funds could have high cost for Maine
Passing up the money makes no sense financially – all it does is put another hurdle in the way of people trying to better themselves.