The independent candidate for governor lags Democrat Mike Michaud, who raised $700,000 over the same period. Republican Gov. LePage hasn’t released his numbers yet.
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Maine Medicaid expansion prospects brighten, Democrats say
Supporters say new compromises may draw enough Republican votes to override a veto by Gov. LePage.
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Maine tax officials take heat for erroneous collections letters
Legislators worry that the 1,000 made-up notices caused a scare and call for a stronger apology.
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Bill Nemitz: LePage burned by own report on MaineCare
No fool, that Eliot Cutler. You see a piece of low-hanging fruit out there on the campaign trail, you pluck it.
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Maine House overrides LePage veto of local food bill
The bill aims to ensure state-funded institutions buy a growing percentage of their food from Maine producers.
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Maine bill to protect social-media passwords gets mixed reviews
Supporters say that employers and school administrators have no right to see employees’ or students’ private messages on Facebook or Twitter.
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Democrats slam Maine Medicaid report during hearing
They dispute poverty estimates and other elements, and grill the controversial Pennsylvania consultant who wrote it.
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Maine tribes clash with state over elver license bill
Under the proposal, tribal fishermen would be forced to get state licenses or face possible prosecution.
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Alexander’s MaineCare expansion report has first public airing
A consultant’s study warns that expansion of Medicaid will bring Maine a significant economic burden, but critics dispute the numbers.
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Maine Democratic leaders expect $100 million shortfall at DHHS
Leaders call on LePage to submit a budget and provide information.