Maine U.S. Politics Newswire

Deeley: Maine governor's new order on religious gatherings 'unacceptable'

Portland, Maine — Maine Gov. Janet Mills' Feb. 12 executive order that she explained would expand limits on church gatherings does little to help the state's Catholic churches, Bishop Robert P. Deeley of Portland said. Under the order, fewer than …

Voters look at both major parties and ask, is this all there is?

America’s two-party system has been entrenched throughout much of the nation’s history. Changing it would be difficult if not impossible, requiring substantial money and coordination, as well as structural changes such as the adoption of ranked-choice …

Into the Wild: Land for Maine’s Future is vital for the present

Land for Maine’s Future has for decades been one of the state’s most popular programs, but to be honest I’ve never much cared for the name. What does it mean to conserve land for the future? Are we putting it in a bank to mature? What does Land for Maine’s …

Letter: Maine should ban corporations from giving to candidates

In 2020 in Maine, corporations donated more than $1.5 million to candidates and candidate-controlled PACs with energy, healthcare and pharmaceutical industries as the largest contributors. Since corporations give substantial money to Maine candidates and …

Republicans’ appalling confirmation record is symptomatic of their entire approach to politics

Republicans (and Manchin for that matter) routinely confirmed utterly unqualified, partisan and unfit nominees under the previous administration because these were the president’s choices. Consider former secretary of state Rex Tillerson, who had zero …

Maine town approves anti-mask resolution

The select board in the town of Paris unanimously approved an anti-mask resolution this week.It states that the governor’s executive order to wear a face mask in public places is a violation of constitutional rights and goes against the Americans With …

Harris County To Investigate “Electricity Disaster” As ERCOT Board Exits the Texas Stage

^ Support the independent voice of Houston and help keep the future of Houston Press free. Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee announced Tuesday that his office has launched a civil investigation into what caused the deadly power outages that swept …

State of Maine: If our political leaders aren’t doing the right thing, who do they represent? 

Margaret Chase Smith, we don’t need no stinkin’ declaration of conscience! As the chairman of a Republican Party committee in Pennsylvania said of Sen. Pat Toomey, “We did not send him there to vote his conscience. We did not send him there to do the right …

Maine governor delivers virtual State of the Budget address

David Sharp, Associated Press Updated 7:02 pm EST, Tuesday, February 23, 2021 Photo: Robert F. Bukaty, AP FILE-In this March 12, 2020 file photo, Maine Gov. Janet Mills speaks at a news conference at the State House in Augusta, Maine. Mills is scheduled to …

New Jersey governor signs legislation legalizing recreational cannabis

Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation on Monday making New Jersey the latest US state to legalize marijuana for recreational use, but it is expected to take up to a year before dispensaries will begin selling cannabis to the public. The Democratic …

Natural gas company announces $90M plan to expand its service along Maine's midcoast

Summit Natural Gas of Maine hopes to start serving customers by 2022. BELFAST, Maine — Summit Natural Gas of Maine plans to expand its service into Maine's midcoast. The company announced it would invest $90 million in providing service to Knox and …

ERCOT, nonprofit at center of Texas power outages disaster, has board members who live out-of-state, including one with ...

The ERCOT website listed Raymond Hepper as a board member who also served for Central Maine Power for 11 years. He's among the five board members resigning. MAINE, USA — One-third of the board of directors that operates Texas' electrical grid do …

Maine business and higher education leaders announce 'Compact on Immigration'

Through the compact, 82 chambers of commerce, trade associations, businesses, and institutions of higher education are advocating for pro-immigration policy reform. MAINE, USA — Maine business and higher education leaders are advocating for pro-immigration …

Maine Gov. Mills to give virtual State of the Budget address Tuesday night

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is expected to be a major focus of Maine Governor Janet Mills' address. AUGUSTA, Maine — Gov. Janet Mills will deliver a virtual State of the Budget address at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, just one day after the United States …

Governor Mills' budget address focuses on health care, education, economy

Gov. Mills also paid tribute to Mainers who lost their lives to COVID-19 AUGUSTA, Maine — In her State of the Budget Address Tuesday night, Governor Janet Mills focused on health care, education, and the Maine economy, saying that her budget proposals …

Ranked choice voting explained: Here’s how it would shake up Utah elections

Ranked choice voting would allow Utah voters to rank candidates by preference instead of using a ‘winner-takes-all’ electoral system. (Francisco Kjolseth | Tribune file photo) This Oct. 20, 2020, file photo shows people filling out their ballots on the …

Editorial: An Interview with Rick Banks on Voter Suppression

Voting is the most powerful tool that Americans can use to empower their voices.  Rick Banks, former Black Leaders Organizing Communities (BLOC) political director, shared his thoughts in this piece about the state of voting in America.  Banks also ran for …

8 Investigates examines how Maine schools are spending coronvirus relief money

More than halfway through the school year in Maine, politicians, parents and educators are debating if and when to fully reopen schools.Getting less attention is how much money schools have received to deal with the coronavirus pandemic and how they are …

The Trailer: Democrats say legalizing weed is good policy — and good politics

That changed this week, as both states moved toward legalizing marijuana for recreational use. In New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy (D) signed three bills to start legal sales before the November election; in Virginia, Democrats began merging House and Senate …

Anacomp and Exonar Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Intelligent Data Discovery Services in U.S.

CHANTILLY, VA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anacomp, Inc. (OTCBB: ANMP), a leading provider of technology-based records and data governance solutions and Exonar Limited announced a formal partnership agreement to deliver …

Iran: MEK supporters, Resistance Units write graffiti and post banners

"The clerical regime can and must be overthrown." PARIS, FRANCE, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During the week of February 14 to 22, 2021, supporters of the Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK/PMOI) and Resistance Units wrote slogans …

General strike in Saravan, clashes between the people, Revolutionary Guards continue; IRGC base captured

More than 40 protesters killed, over 100 wounded; death toll on the rise PARIS, FRANCE, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following clashes between the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) and the people of Saravan in recent days, which left at …

New Trending Social Networking Site (YoReSpot)

BAYARD, IOWA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hello my name is Brandon and I am the founder and creator of the Social Media site “YoReSpot” What is YoReSpot? YoReSpot is freedom! It is an option to social media …

Authorities fear COVID-19 is making opioid abuse worse

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The opioid abuse epidemic in the United States was already urgent when the COVID-19 pandemic began, but health authorities fear the virus has made the opioid …

New Book Deep State Agenda Provides A Devastating Exposé Of Current Events Unfolding

When you finish reading this book, the pieces of the puzzle will fall into place and you will see the bitter truth of a pre-planned false flags. AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deep State Agenda provides a …

JOE LISUZZO SEEN AS FAVORITE IN DISTRICT 30 CA STATE SENATE RACE

Many District 30 Residents Opting for New Leadership Rather than Keeping with the Status Quo LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA Long time business owner and political newcomer, Joe …

Intentional Talk Radio Virtual Town Hall Discusses the State of African American Community in the era of Biden - Harris

The live virtual Town Hall features prominent speakers who will talk about creating sustainable changes for the African American community on February 27, 2021. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2021

“One Minutes” (15 per side) Complete Consideration of H.R. 5 – Equality Act (Rep. Cicilline – Judiciary)  The Rule provides for 90 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Judiciary. Begin …

Mental Health Watchdog Hosts Baker Act Continuing Education Course in Campaign to Protect Citizens from Abuse

The virtual course identifies the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act, areas of abuse and the unintended consequences. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Almost 25 years ago the Florida Supreme …

Rare Disease Diversity Coalition Formed To End Racial Disparities in Rare Disease Diagnosis, Research and Treatment

White House COVID Health Equity Task Force Chair Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Alonzo Mourning and Rep. G. K. Butterfield Join on February 23rd for RDDC Launch WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Black …

Greenlining Releases New Report Examining Biased Algorithms that Invisibly Limit Opportunities for Marginalized Groups

Human-designed algorithms and artificial intelligence can create redlines and roadblocks to getting a job, receiving healthcare, and investing in neighborhoods OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, The …

THE DAILY LEADER: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2021

A Record-Breaking 65,000 Find Employment Through VetJobs and Military Spouse Jobs

VetJobs & Military Spouse Jobs helped more than 10,000 Veterans and their families secure high-quality jobs in 2020; surpassing 65,000 in total job placements. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

REPUBLIC URBAN PROPERTIES HONORS HARRIET TUBMAN WITH STREET NAME CHANGE AND ART MEMORIAL AT GATEWAY AT MILLBRAE STATION

MILLBRAE, CA, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHAT: — In honor of Black History Month, Republic Urban Properties announces a major roadway, South Station Road, at the Millbrae BART station will be renamed Harriet Tubman Way …

The Thinkubator Announces the Addition of Five New Members to the Board of Directors

The Thinkubator Announces the Addition of Five New Members to the Board of Directors including Youth Board Member who will Represent Youth Voice BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Thinkubator, a Bronx-based …

Former 202o U.S. Congressional Candidate & attorney Eric Early sues the state of California over the election

Eric Early Sues the State of California LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former U.S. Congressional Candidate Eric Early, announced today that he and a group of congressional candidates who ran in the November 2020 …

COVID-19 isolation contributes to mental health issues for men and boys

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Please consider publishing the following Men's Health Network Op-Ed entitled “COVID-19 isolation contributes to mental health issues for men and boys.” …

THE LASC HOSTS THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION VIRTUAL EVENT AND PRESENTS THE 2021 LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

LASC aims to highlight mobility in the county of Los Angeles and celebrates trailblazers who have helped shape the future of the transportation industry LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- THE LOS ANGELES …

SmALL Business is Essential - We Are Staying Open

A Notice to All Ontario Businesses TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After a second lockdown, the Ontario government has started a staged reopening process in various regions. As the reopening of businesses …