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QUOTE OF THE DAY

“We’re screwed.”

— Washington County Commissioner Courtney Hammond speaking before a public meeting about a proposed 40% hike in the county budget.

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Security is on the minds of Maine politicians after Charlie Kirk’s assassination . Campaigns are beginning to talk about the issue in a state known for close relationships between officials and their voters.

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