Election 2016 Archives - Centralmaine.com

Clinton, Sanders challenge each other as Democratic debate gets personal

April 13, 2016April 15, 2016

Before a raucous crowd, Bernie Sanders questions Hillary Clinton’s credibility while Clinton casts Sanders as unprepared to do what he has promised if elected.

Politics

Trump, Cruz try to tip balance in fevered fight to clinch delegates

by Ed O'Keefe April 13, 2016

The intensity of their contest sparks caustic rhetoric and alleged death threats.

Politics

Sanders, Clinton weigh in as Verizon workers strike

by and KAREN MATTHEWS April 13, 2016

Tens of thousands of landline and cable employees in several states walk off the job, prompting different responses from the Democratic candidates.

Politics

Trump scrambles to  secure delegates in face of contest rules

by Jose A. DelReal April 12, 2016

With nominating rules he can’t get around, Donald Trump lashes out at the Republican Party, saying the system is corrupt.

Politics

No matter how you measure it, Bernie Sanders isn’t winning Democratic primary: Analysis

by Philip Bump April 12, 2016April 12, 2016

Supporters of some candidates are getting worked up as they discover the harsh campaign truth that primaries are party animals.

Nation & World, News, Politics

Trump’s $102 million in listed charitable gifts included none of his own money

by David A. Fahrenthold and Rosalind S. Helderman April 11, 2016

Many of the donations were from his charitable foundation in the form of conservation easements or rounds of golf given to charity auctions.

Politics

Democrat Emily Cain to report fundraising ahead of 2014 pace

by DAVID SHARP April 11, 2016April 11, 2016

While the 2nd Congressional District candidate has raised more than $1 million, incumbent Bruce Poliquin is expected to maintain his lead in cash on hand.

News, Politics