ALFOND RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR'S OVERREACH

Posted: January 20, 2012 | Education and Cultural Affairs, Senator Alfond

Augusta—Assistant Democratic Leader Senator Justin Alfond issued the following statement in response to Governor LePage’s comment to close schools on April 1st.

 

“It is unconscionable that the Governor is using school children as leverage for his agenda,” said Sen. Alfond. “Maine’s Constitution is clear. The Governor does not have the authority to shut down Maine’s schools.”

 

Also, during last night’s town hall meeting in Lewiston, the Governor further misled Maine people by accusing Democrats of “being dishonest” or not being able to count in response to Democrats questioning of the DHHS shortfall.

 

“Apparently the Governor is out of touch with what’s really going on. Democrats and Republicans in the Appropriations Committee are working hard to solve the state’s budget issues. By making false accusations, the governor is instigating, bullying, and ultimately distracting from the process. If he really wants the committee to “get going” then he needs to let them do their work.”