Many of his claims ring true, but upon further review some blur – or break – the line between fact and opinion.
Paul LePage
Republican Governor of Maine, 2011 to present.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
LePage suggests King is acting in support of national park near Katahdin
The governor and U.S. senator clash over whether inviting the park service chief to the state to hear from the public is ‘ignoring the will of Mainers.’
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Punishment out of line with scale of Maine commission’s infraction
By overstating the impact of a closed-door meeting, a recent editorial feeds public distrust of politics and the media.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
LePage pushes again for reduced income taxes, energy costs
At a low-key public forum in Oakland, the governor repeats his contention that a solar energy bill that he successfully vetoed was ‘a bad deal for Maine.’
Posted inMaine, News
Shelter broke rules, dashed woman’s hopes by letting LePage adopt dog before public could
The Jack Russell terrier mix was supposed to be made available a day later, but when the governor walks in, ‘it sort of shifts things a little,” an official says.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
House speaker to appeal dismissal of his federal lawsuit against Gov. LePage
Mark Eves’ attorney files a notice of appeal in his lawsuit alleging that the governor abused the power of his office.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
Greg Kesich: Backing away from vote, Rep. Timmons, cohorts show no backbone
Five Maine House members shun voting to override Gov. LePage’s veto of the solar bill they previously supported.
Posted inAnimals, Maine, News
Meet Veto: LePage employs biting humor to name his new dog
The governor adopts a rescue Jack Russell Terrier just a month after the family lost its previous dog to cancer.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
LePage’s frustration with job is evident, associates say
After some tough days last week, Maine’s chief executive appeared exasperated, colleagues and staff admit, saying, ‘We all have our moments.’
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Lawmakers returning to Augusta to decide on dozens of vetoes
Easier access to naloxone, solar energy expansion and more funding for county jails are among the issues to be decided as the legislative session ends.