Maine is not the only state going through lean budget times. Across the country states are agonizing over what programs to cut and save in order to come to terms with revenue shortfalls. The education budget took a big hit, … Continue reading
At the most recent candidate forum, hosted by the Associated General Contractors, candidates of both parties had an opportunity to try out their debate chops, and go on record on a number of issues. (Editors note: this is an updated … Continue reading
I have heard the same thing repeated in Republican circles for a few months now, but the cries have been getting louder lately. “You mean to tell me that we can find seven solid candidates to run for Governor, but … Continue reading
This morning, Matt Gagnon of Pine Tree Politics called in to Drive Time Bangor to talk about what to expect from the State of the Union address from President Obama, and the mini rhetorical war between Matt and Drive Time … Continue reading
As President Obama prepares to deliver his annual State of the Union address, it is timely to reflect on his first year in office. Here are some reflections from a member of the silent independent majority, the same independent force … Continue reading
Something very strange has been going on for the past week or two. A short time ago I was alerted to a new Twitter account – known as Hard Knox – which was engaging in some odd activity. Namely, it … Continue reading
My least favorite pejorative in the entire known universe is also the most common among conservatives – the term “RINO”. For those of you sufficiently out of the loop enough to not know what that means, it is an acronym … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: This commentary is a response to our friend Ben Goodman’s article on Augusta Insider this past Thursday. One of the most difficult things any political analyst can do, is divorce himself from his own personal philosophical point of … Continue reading
That’s it. Governor Baldacci’s last “State of the State” has been given. The Governor touched on a number of expected topics, including the economy, taxes, and energy. Baldacci also discussed how his final year in office would be spent dealing … Continue reading
I have been watching the field of gubernatorial candidates develop with political junkie interest, and I can say this, if you find the field of Republican gubernatorial candidates to be uninteresting, lacking creativity, and uninspiring – you’re not paying attention! … Continue reading
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