He joins Republicans in arguing that the Civil Rights Act doesn’t bar companies from firing workers for being gay or transgender, but a spokesman says the governor opposes how the protection was granted, not the protection itself.
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Colby student named chair of Waterville Democrats
Lily Herrmann was named chair of the Waterville Democratic Committee Monday, replacing outgoing chair Claude Francke.
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Want to trim 80% off your record-setting campaign finance fine? Be a casino backer living in the Caribbean
Ethics commission staff recommends failed casino campaign pay just $100,000 instead of the original $500,000.
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Lawmakers back several LePage bills to fix flaws in child protection system, but not others
A committee recommends adding staff, raising wages and giving caseworkers more access to police records, but rejects shifting the system’s focus away from family reunification. Votes on the bills are expected Thursday.
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Talks with Canadian officials expected after U.S.-Mexico trade deal is announced
There are more questions than answers about whether the three nations can craft a trade pact to take the place of NAFTA.
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LePage joins court brief seeking to allow companies to legally fire gay or transgender employees
The brief filed with the U.S. Supreme Court argues that a portion of the 1964 Civil Rights Act that prevents discrimination against workers, including in pay and benefits, shouldn’t apply to gender identity or sexual orientation.
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Mills threatens to sue LePage administration for cutting off funds from Attorney General’s Office
Nearly $5 million is owed to Janet Mills’ office for legal services to state agencies, as an official from the office signals to legislators that the feud could affect child protective services.
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LePage’s proposed reforms to child protection system get mixed reaction at hearing
Bills to increase investment in caseworkers and foster families get support before a legislative committee, but lawmakers also hear complaints about systemic problems that have worsened because of the erosion in social services.
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New attack ad in heated 2nd District race takes Jared Golden to task for his tattoos
The ad uses images of the ink as it attacks the record of Democratic challenger Jared Golden, a message that his campaign calls false and irresponsible.
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Under pressure, Trump tersely recognizes McCain, re-lowers flag
The president’s reluctance to participate in the national remembrance for the Arizona senator was awkward and uncomfortable.