It started as an airport chat between Sen. Susan Collins and a ‘rude’ constituent. Now it’s the stuff of full-page newspaper ads.
susan collins
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Federal immigration response sends very confused message
While Congress comes up with almost $900,000 to assist asylum seekers in Maine, the president is slamming the door.
advertisement
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: The truth about Russia’s ‘information warfare’ campaign
The bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee continues to do combat in a war against the truth.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Kavanaugh’s anniversary good reason to march
The Supreme Court justice’s confirmation was a breaking point between some Maine voters and Sen. Susan Collins.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News
Portland to receive nearly $900,000 to help cover cost of aiding asylum seekers
The federal funding includes $864,000 for the city of Portland, plus another $28,500 for 2 local nonprofits that helped provide housing and other services.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Take to Maine’s roads – and enjoy some of the nation’s most beautiful scenery
A new law championed by Sen. Susan Collins revives a federal program that promotes and protects scenic roadways.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Another View: Sen. Collins won’t cave to Nemitz’s call to prejudge the president
The columnist’s approach can be summed up in the words of the Queen of Hearts: ‘Sentence first – verdict afterwards.’
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jon Treacy: As U.S. senator, I can help make government work for all Mainers
Like Susan Collins, too many in politics are siding with power and wealth. It’s time to restore freedom, fairness and opportunity for all.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine delegation members call Syria withdrawal ‘harmful mistake,’ ‘terribly unwise’
The criticism echoes bipartisan condemnation from other members of Congress.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Green Independent Party candidate explores run against Sen. Collins
Teacher and activist Lisa Savage is the latest potential contender in what is expected to be one of the nation’s most closely watched U.S. Senate races in 2020.