LePage touts stale rhetoric, failed divisive ideas in State of the State
Governor proposes same old divisive policies that will hurt the middle class, grow income inequality AUGUSTA — Governor Paul LePage delivered tired messages and divisive policy proposals that would harm the middle class and stunt income equality on Tuesday rather than using his State of the State address to offer productive solutions for Maine. LePage...
Democrats Release Video in Advance of LePage’s State of the State
Alfond says: “There’s plenty of room for disagreement but when political rhetoric trumps good policy, no one wins.” Hello. I’m Senate President Justin Alfond. Tonight, Governor Paul LePage will deliver the State of the State to the Legislature and to the people of Maine. For those of you who listen tonight, you may agree with...
Democratic Leaders Stand Strong on Commitment to Maine Towns
GOP “Surprise Vote†Claims Not True AUGUSTA – Top Democratic leaders in the State Legislature issued the following statement on the budget-writing committee’s vote yesterday to restore municipal revenue sharing cuts. “Since day one, Democrats have made clear that keeping our promise to our towns was a top priority and one that we would address...
College Affordability and Degree Attainment Measure Receives Strong Public Support
Endorsed by students, higher ed and lending institutions alike AUGUSTA—On Wednesday, Senate President Justin Alfond’s measure to make college more affordable and increase degree attainment for Maine students, received strong support during a public hearing in front of the Legislature’s Education Committee. “Every year the cost of college goes up and its putting a financial...
College Affordability Testimony
Senator Millett, Representative MacDonald and esteemed members of the Joint Standing Committee on Education & Cultural Affairs, my name is Justin Alfond. I am a resident of Portland, I am honored to serve as President of the Maine Senate and proud to represent Senate District 8, which includes most of Portland and the islands of...
Lawmakers to Honor Former US Senator George Mitchell
Mitchell to address joint legislative convention prior to ceremony unveiling honorary portrait AUGUSTA — Today, state lawmakers will present a special legislative sentiment honoring former U.S. Senator George Mitchell for his legacy and commitment to the State of Maine during a joint convention of the Maine House and Senate at 11 a.m. Senator Mitchell will...
