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Dems say Governor’s budget shifts costs to middle class, hurts Maine’s economy

Posted: January 11, 2013

Hope for a more reasonable and balanced approach AUGUSTA – Democrats expressed strong concerns that Governor Paul LePage’s two-year budget,...

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Democratic-led Legislature will strengthen Maine's economy, grow middle class

Posted: January 09, 2013

AUGUSTA--This morning, in a press conference at the State House, Democratic leaders announced their priorities for the upcoming legislative session....

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Democrats Announce Special Committee on Maine’s Workforce and Economic Future

Posted: December 19, 2012

Committee to focus on helping workers, businesses and Maine communities succeed in our economy Top Democratic leaders of the Maine Senate and House...

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Democratic leaders react to surprise curtailment rumors

Posted: November 28, 2012

 AUGUSTA – Today, top Democratic leaders learned from news reporters that Governor Paul LePage intends to issue a $37 million curtailment order to...

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BDN: Maine Democrats nominate House and Senate leaders

Posted: November 14, 2012

Bangor Daily News By Scott Thistle, Sun Journal AUGUSTA, Maine — In a four-way race Tuesday, Rep. Mark Eves, D-North Berwick, emerged as...

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MAINE SENATE DEMOCRATS ELECT NEW LEADERS

Posted: November 14, 2012

AUGUSTA—Newly elected Maine Senate Democrats convened for the first time today to elect their leadership for the 126th Maine Legislature. Each of...

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DEMOCRATS SAY GLOSSY REPORT WON’T CREATE JOBS OR HELP MIDDLE CLASS

Posted: October 09, 2012

AUGUSTA—Maine Democratic leaders released a statement in response to claims made by Maine GOP lawmakers at a press conference today.  Many of the...

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Democrats say LePage must take responsibility for $4.8 million compliance error

Posted: September 27, 2012

Letter from USDA to Maine DHHS AUGUSTA—Top Democratic lawmakers released a statement after learning that another error by Maine’s Department of...

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Weekly Radio Address: Alfond says “Putting Students First” Means Strengthening Public Education, Not Undermining & Underfunding

Posted: September 21, 2012

Weekly Radio Address: Sen. Justin Alfond 9-22-12 Good Morning. This is State Senator Justin Alfond, the Assistant Senate Democratic Leader.  ...

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BDN: Senate confirms Beardsley, despite Carlson controversy

Posted: September 07, 2012

Bangor Daily News By Whit Richardson, BDN Staff AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Senate on Thursday confirmed the nomination of William Beardsley to...

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