Senator Angus King faced backlash for his vote to conclude the 41-day government shutdown. Across Maine, protests erupted, and his offices received angry calls and threats. Critics accused him of betrayal, with comments like "Time to retire" and "Traitor" flooding online spaces. Despite the uproar, the editorial board saw his decision as practical, not treasonous. K...
Republicans are under fire as health insurance premiums rise. People are worried and want answers. During a recent phone-in event with Rep. Andy Harris, a concerned caller asked about the future of health insurance. Her cousin's son, who has a disability, might lose his coverage. The costs are going up fast. The caller wanted to know what the Republicans' plan is. H...
The political landscape has been shaken by a recent debate within the Democratic Party. The focus is on a prominent senator who chose to avoid a government shutdown. This decision has sparked intense criticism from his own party members. The senator argued that a shutdown would give certain powerful figures more leverage. These figures could use the situation to...