Jim Fossel: Bloomberg’s late entry a troubling development

Super-rich candidates who can run self-funded national campaigns will make it even harder for ordinary people to run for president.

Bloomberg to pass on Iowa, N.H., focus on Super Tuesday states

The billionaire instead plans to focus his efforts on the crush of states that vote on Super Tuesday and beyond, an adviser says.

Carl P. Leubsdorf: Democratic divide on display at debate

Maine Compass: Our state should lead the way on opening up primaries to all voters

The current system gives presidential nomination power to the parties and takes it away from the people.

Cory Booker asks Maine voters to engage in ‘moral moment’ facing America

The Democratic presidential candidate and New Jersey senator makes a campaign stop in Portland.

Sanders talks ‘political revolution’ at Portland campaign stop

The Vermont senator takes jabs at President Trump and discusses his plans for providing health care for all, addressing climate change and implementing stricter gun laws.

Impeachment unsettled as Democrats enter post-Mueller moment

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she's not "running out the clock" on impeachment as lawmakers start a six-week summer recess without having delivered on a top liberal priority

State treasurer backs Buttigieg for president

Henry Beck's endorsement marks the first by a top Maine Democrat as his party tries to winnow the field of possible challengers to President Donald Trump.

Jim Fossel: Time’s up for presidential caucuses

Maine should bring back the presidential primary, but we don't need new rules about party enrollment.

LePage says Democratic Party’s money mostly comes from Jewish people

The former Maine governor makes his comments in a WGAN radio station interview while talking about Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar.