This is in response to Judy Baird’s letter (Aug. 30). Let me explain “why some people choose to attack Gov. LePage.” His statements and actions have shown that he has a closed mind — 179 vetoes. Important artwork was removed, ignoring the human suffering and the triumphs it portrays. In an effort to support his […]
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Clinton stumps on behalf of Michaud for governor at Portland rally
PORTLAND — Former President Bill Clinton, known for his engaging and energizing off-the-cuff speeches, lived up to expectations Tuesday at a rally in favor of Democratic nominee for Maine governor Mike Michaud. Clinton was quick to reference his previous visits to Maine in 2010. “I was here four years ago trying to talk y’all out […]
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Former President Clinton to campaign for Michaud in Maine governor’s race
PORTLAND — Former President Bill Clinton is visiting Maine on Tuesday to give a boost to Democrat Mike Michaud’s campaign for governor. More than 1,500 people are expected to attend the 8 p.m. event at the Portland Exposition Building, where Clinton will rally the party faithful and raise money for the Democrat hoping to defeat […]
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P. Nelsen: Setting the record straight
Recently, the Maine Republican Party sent out a mailer attacking Mike Michaud in his campaign for governor. The ad falsely claimed he is a job killer for a decade-old bill he sponsored that actually saved jobs at Great Northern Paper Co. in 2002. That is a sad tactic used by Paul LePage and the Republicans […]
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Bill Clinton to campaign for Michaud in Portland next week
PORTLAND — Former U.S. President Bill Clinton will come to Maine to campaign for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Michaud next week, Michaud’s campaign announced Tuesday morning. Clinton will attend an evening rally for Michaud and the state Democratic party at Portland’s waterfront Ocean Gateway facility Tuesday, Sept. 2. “(Clinton) will showcase why Michaud is the […]
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J. Mailey: Take Maine forward
Paul LePage’s use of fear, intimidation, insults and bullying has made him a disgraceful leader. Mike Michaud understands the issues that affect Maine’s working people, senior citizens and the poor, as well as small business concerns. He has fought for veterans and proved his political abilities by protecting the jobs at New Balance. Michaud knows […]
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PAC ads released Monday both tout and criticize Maine Gov. LePage
LEWISTON — A pair of political action committees are touting and criticizing Maine’s Republican Gov. Paul LePage. In a television advertisement released Monday by the Republican Governors Association PAC, LePage is praised for being a unique conservative and not a “blow dried” or “cookie cutter” politician. The advertisement lists some of LePage’s accomplishments and notes […]
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Cutler campaign launches second TV ad, renews call for early debates
LEWISTON — In a television advertisement released Thursday, Eliot Cutler, the independent candidate in the Maine governor’s race, again challenges his opponents to debate the issues with him. Cutler is facing Republican Gov. Paul LePage and Maine’s 2nd District Congressman Mike Michaud, the Democrat in the race. The advertisement, the second this week launched by […]
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In rebuttal, W. Tanous: A record of results
As a lifelong Republican, I was disappointed to read the comments from Rep. Jeffrey Gifford about my friend Mike Michaud (Aug. 10). Mike has spent his entire career working hard on behalf of those he represents — always seeking out opportunities to strengthen our communities and protect vital services. He has always had our backs, […]
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D. LaBranche: A proven representative
Four years ago, Paul LePage became governor as Mainers split votes between the two other candidates (Eliot Cutler and Libby Mitchell). A similar situation is arising in the November gubernatorial election. In facing Mike Michaud, independent Cutler is competing with a person who not only has shown great care for the veterans who risked their […]