In the face of growing assaults on sexual and reproductive healthcare across the country, a new law aimed at extending access to abortion later in pregnancy and a series of other reforms concerning reproductive rights went into effect on Wednesday. “We celebrate today. The hard work of advocates, faith leaders, patients, medical providers and lawmakers…
Becoming a member of the state legislature is viewed as an act of service, a chance to make a difference and work to pass policies that will improve Mainers’ lives. But that rosy narrative also begs the question: Who can actually afford to serve? In Maine, lawmakers are in office for two-year terms. But over…
With just less than 100 days to go before the November election, the Maine People’s Alliance (of which Beacon is a project) has endorsed dozens of candidates for seats in the Maine House and Senate, through their Campaign Vote! initiative, who they hope will help advance economic and social justice in the halls of power.…
“Maine has shown the way for the rest of the country,” said Jennie Pirkl, campaign manager for Mainers for Health Care after the passage of Question 2 to expand Medicaid coverage passed with 59% of the vote Tuesday night. “Voters have sent a clear message to Augusta, Washington and the rest of the country that…