Legal difficulties and political realities could sink an admirable idea.
Jim Fossel
Keep an eye on the wild, wild west in contest for Maine governor | Jim Fossel
Two candidates from western Maine could throw a wrench into the race for the Blaine House.
How did Maine’s congressional delegates reply to strikes on Iran? | Jim Fossel
A set of contrasting responses shows us how easily developments like this can sow political dissent.
Ticket-selling bill shows Maine Democrats can get it right | Jim Fossel
This Phish fan gives thanks.
‘Big, beautiful bill’ is one big, ugly mess | Jim Fossel
To provide real middle-class tax relief, President Trump’s signature legislation needs to be completely overhauled.
Maine Democrats’ ‘babysitter bill’ needs some tending to | Jim Fossel
The proposal to allow state candidates to use Clean Election funding on care of dependents needs to be sharpened up.
Bring back the competitive primary | Jim Fossel
Rather than coronate former Gov. Paul LePage as the challenger to Rep. Jared Golden, Maine Republicans should promote a contest LePage must fight to win.
Buckle up, Maine voters, it’s going to be one crazy 2026 | Jim Fossel
The Blaine House is wide open, the U.S. Senate race could be competitive and former Gov. Paul LePage should add some color to the 2nd District congressional campaign.
The curious case of Rep. Jared Golden | Jim Fossel
If you’re assigning motivation to Sen. Susan Collins’ voting record, you ought to hold Golden to the same standard.
Ousting Susan Collins will require a quality candidate. But who? | Jim Fossel
In their bid to unseat Maine’s senior senator, Democrats would be wise to heed the lessons of Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign.