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Political Outcomes

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Political Outcomes

The conversation revolves around political outcomes and voter sentiments. Anthony expresses concern about Susan Collins’ re-election prospects and the broader implications of midterm elections. Matt Gagnon argues that midterm losses for the party in power are predictable, citing historical exceptions like Reagan and Clinton. Al from Saco criticizes Question 1 and expresses disappointment over a local election. Jason highlights the complexity of Question 1 and its political challenges. Scott shares a personal voting experience and Brennan reports on illegal “Stop Trump” signs at voting booths. The discussion underscores the importance of voter engagement and the potential impact of upcoming elections.

Local Headlines

6 hours ago in Local

Portland Passes $19.00 Minimum Wage by Wide Margin

Almost 63 percent of Portland voters cast a ballot to increase Portland's minimum wage.

7 hours ago in Local

Maine Voters Pass Gun Law, Reject Voter ID by Wide Margins

A sweep by Democrats across the country in Tuesday's election has carried over into ballot measures in Maine.

13 hours ago in Local

Human Remains Found in Aroostook County

State police confirmed Tuesday that a Blaine resident discovered the remains last Thursday.

National Headlines

2 minutes ago in National

UPS plane crashes and explodes at a Kentucky airport, leaving at least 9 dead and others missing

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First responders are searching for more victims Wednesday after a UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in a massive fireball at the company's global aviation hub in Kentucky, killing at least nine people and injuring 11, authorities said.

1 day ago in National

New York City voters are choosing their next mayor as Mamdani faces Cuomo in a generational battle

New York City's voters are deciding the outcome of a generational and ideological divide that will resonate across the country Tuesday as they choose the next mayor to run the nation's largest city.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in US history, dies at 84

Dick Cheney, the hard-charging conservative who became one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in U.S. history and a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq, has died at age 84.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded in November

President Donald Trump's administration said Monday that it will partially fund SNAP for November, after two judges issued rulings requiring the government to keep the nation's largest food aid program running.