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Maine Democratic Party Statement on State of the State Address
In 2016, while embroiled in fights with both the legislature and national press, then-Governor Paul LePage declined to deliver a State of the State address and instead sent lawmakers a letter decrying his opponents as “socialist politicians.” -
TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE: LePage Throws Tantrum, Refuses to Deliver State of the State
In 2016, while embroiled in fights with both the legislature and national press, then-Governor Paul LePage declined to deliver a State of the State address and instead sent lawmakers a letter decrying his opponents as “socialist politicians.” -
In “Significant Departure” From Anti-Worker LePage Administration, Governor Mills Protects Maine Workers
Over the weekend, the Portland Press Herald released a report detailing how Maine’s Department of Labor (MDOL) under Governor Janet Mills has ramped up its efforts to protect Maine workers from wage theft, child labor, and hour violations. -
LePage Continues Shameful Effort to Rewrite History on Failed Record & Problems He Created as Governor
Last week, Paul LePage once again appeared on friendly conservative radio to attempt to rewrite history about his failed record. -
While Governor Mills Works to Protect Maine Ratepayers, LePage Defends Status Quo
Yesterday, Governor Mills unveiled new legislation to protect Maine ratepayers, improve the operation and service of Maine’s electric utilities, and increase oversight and accountability of them. -
Governor Mills Takes Another Step to Curb the Housing Crisis That LePage Helped Create
Last month, Governor Mills took yet another step to build more housing and make it more affordable for Mainers when she announced a $50 million investment in housing construction through the Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan. -
Mills Continues to Rejuvenate Land for Maine’s Future Program After LePage Let It Flounder
Last month, Governor Mills announced five new Land for Maine’s Future projects, continuing her commitment to preserving and protecting Maine lands, including our working forests and waterfronts and land for hunting and fishing. -
LePage Can’t Paper Over His Record of Economic Mismanagement
Last month, Paul LePage attempted to rewrite the history of his economic record during his eight years in office. Unsurprisingly, the LePage campaign is misleading Maine voters and hiding the full story of how he mismanaged Maine’s economic recovery during his time in office, hindered job growth and hurt Maine people. Here are the facts: -
By Expanding Access to Childcare and Early Education, Mills Succeeds Where LePage Came Up Short
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Maine Democratic Party Statement on the Passing of Representative Donna Doore
Following the the passing of the Honorable Donna Doore (D-Augusta), Maine Democratic Party Chair Drew Gattine, issued the following statement:
“I am deeply sorry to learn of Representative Donna Doore’s passing. Her passion and commitment to improving the lives of everyday working Mainers was unmatched. Maine workers lost a great champion today and we will miss her dearly. We send our deepest condolences to her family.”
