POLITICAL COLUMNS

Feb. 27, 2026

REP. MARC MALON | Affordability is an issue for all of us

Affordability isn’t just some buzzword, nor the latest political fad or a hoax. It is a core concern of Biddeford residents and Mainers throughout our state, and it has been for years. We’ve all witnessed how even folks with solid middle-class jobs and good incomes have struggled with the high cost of housing, health care, childcare, electricity, heating oil and more. Making it easier for hard-working people to get ahead and afford to live life with dignity is at the core of my legislative work. READ MORE

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Feb. 12, 2026

REP. RYAN FECTEAU | ICE enforcement activity does not mirror Maine values

A new legislative session is now underway, and there are many pressing matters in front of us that impact Biddeford residents and Mainers from all over. Whether addressing Maine’s housing crisis to overcoming federal funding cuts to important programs like SNAP and healthcare, we have a lot of work to do to make sure Maine families can get ahead and stay ahead. READ MORE

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Jan. 29, 2026

SEN. HENRY INGWERSEN | Helping parents afford childcare

On the first day of the legislative session, I joined my colleagues in the House and Senate at a press conference to outline our sweeping “Lower Costs, Stronger Communities” bill package. From health care and energy to childcare and housing, we are going to work hard to lower everyday costs for Maine families. READ MORE

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