These are my regular email updates. They are usually sent out once a week while the legislature is in session, and once every two weeks when the legislature is adjourned.
Newsletter
Legislative Update – School Visit and Bonds
May 27, 2010 •
The campaign season is in full swing! This past weekend, I had the pleasure of attending the Maine State Democratic Convention in Lewiston. All four Democratic gubernatorial candidates shared their visions for the state of Maine, and delegates from across the state met to vote on and accept the party platform. I also had time...
Legislative Update – Remember Health Care Reform?
May 20, 2010 •
Being around town again offers a great opportunity for me to meet with folks in the community. Over the past week, I've started touring and observing Portland Public Schools. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you soon!
Legislative Update – May 13th, 2010
May 13, 2010 •
The past week has been full of education issues. I started in Cincinnati for an Extended Learning Opportunities conference and finished consumed with our state's Race to the Top Grant application. Read below to see what happened around the teacher/principal evaluation using student achievement.
Legislative Update – June 8th's Primary & Immigration Rally
May 6, 2010 •
With our work in Augusta complete for the year, our attention turns to constituent work, summer and the June ballot. In addition to legislative and gubernatorial primaries, we have a people's veto on the tax reform package as well as four bond questions. Over the next few weeks, I will go over each of the...
Legislative Update – June 8th’s Primary & Immigration Rally
May 6, 2010 •
With our work in Augusta complete for the year, our attention turns to constituent work, summer and the June ballot. In addition to legislative and gubernatorial primaries, we have a people's veto on the tax reform package as well as four bond questions. Over the next few weeks, I will go over each of the...
Legislative Update – Down to the Wire!
Apr 9, 2010 •
We are still in session! On Monday, the full legislature heads back to Augusta to finish up any final bills and to hopefully pass a bond package. The closing of this session truly illustrates that democracy can be a messy activity!
