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Maine State Rep Laurel Libby joins the show to discuss getting the right to speak in the legislature.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Send us a textIn this episode of 'Potholes and Politics,' co-hosts dive into the messy world of local legislative sessions. They tackle intense debates about the state budget, revealing that the budget is safe and no government shutdown looms. Topics also include the dramatic Growth Management Act dialogues, General Assistance reforms, and jaw-dropping housing bills. Major highlights include a tussle over election reforms, public comment periods, and absurdly technical housing legislations. They humorously yet professionally dissect the implications for local governments and commiserate over the absurdities of legislative processes. Finally, the episode bids a heartfelt farewell to colleague Rebecca (aka the Notorious RG) with laughs, reflections, and promises of future guest appearances.

The Maine Legislature wrapped up this year's session on Wednesday night. Here's what they got done and still have left to do.

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Send us a textDive into the complexities of Maine's legislative session with our latest podcast episode! This episode we break down key bills, budget battles, and the implications of citizens' vetoes. Join Rebecca, Kate, Rebecca & Amanda  for an insightful discussion on what has been happening this session of municipal interest, what you should pay attention to and maybe what you should contact your Legislator about! Topics include the state of the budget situation, General Assistance bills (GA), school funding and the EPS formula and housing. 

This Day in Maine for Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Michael Proctor, the disgraced detective for the Mass. State Police, has been fired! Plus, the Maine Legislature attempts to mandate tampons in the men's bathrooms, and radical leftist judges attempt to undue Trump's agenda. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Deqa Dhalac a Somali member of the Maine Legislature makes no bones about it, she wants to use her position to fight for the country of Somalia. MN DFL'ers are blaming their out of control spending and the anticipated deficit on Trump. Johnny Heidt guitar news and Reusse with his weekly sports report. Heard On The Show:‘Security threat' on diverted Sun Country flight from MSP to El Paso deemed a hoaxMike Lindell Hit With $9 Million Debt BillStock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rise after jobs report, Powell speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deqa Dhalac a Somali member of the Maine Legislature makes no bones about it, she wants to use her position to fight for the country of Somalia. MN DFL'ers are blaming their out of control spending and the anticipated deficit on Trump. Johnny Heidt guitar news and Reusse with his weekly sports report. Heard On The Show: ‘Security threat' on diverted Sun Country flight from MSP to El Paso deemed a hoax Mike Lindell Hit With $9 Million Debt Bill Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq rise after jobs report, Powell speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MAINE STATE REPRESENTATIVE LAUREL LIBBY - the representative for Maine House District 64, representing Minot and part of Auburn (Republican) - Discussed men in women’s sports SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/laurel_libby WEBSITE: https://www.laurellibby.com/ LAST WEEK: Boy Wins Girls’ Pole Vault Championship In Maine Days After State Pledged To Defy Trump Order Maine legislature censures Rep. Laurel Libby for pointing out trans athlete who won girls' competition Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, February 28, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Ben for his discussion with attorneys Taylor Asen and Trevor Savage about their recent $2.4 million verdict in Bangor, Maine in a case involving a surgical mal positioning that caused an arm injury and CRPS.  Taylor and Trevor explain how they worked closely with the client to get her to the right specialist who could diagnose her medical condition.  They talk about the challenges of presenting a CRPS injury at trial.  They discuss how they resisted the defense effort to stipulate to liability and were able to present compelling evidence of corporate indifference and system failure in the lack of safeguards or systems to make sure that the surgery was done safely, and the lack of follow through, investigation, or changes that came out of this incident.  They discuss how they responded to the defense's 11th hour surprise surveillance video, which the judge allowed into evidence over objection.  They used the surveillance to further polarize the case and show the lie in the hospital's claim to be taking responsibility for its actions.  They discuss the use of data analysis to recognize the true value of the case and to formulate the amount asked for in closing. About Taylor Asenwww.gideonasen.com Taylor specializes in medical malpractice cases, trucking accident cases, and other complex personal injury cases. He has recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients. Taylor possesses a unique combination of intellect, competitive drive, and human empathy that makes him a powerful advocate for his clients. Taylor has dedicated his career to championing the interests of individuals who have suffered harm or injury from corporate misconduct, individual negligence, and bad medical care. Taylor's efforts on behalf of injured Mainers have resulted in several of the largest case settlements in Maine history. Recently, Taylor and his colleague Meryl obtained one of the largest jury verdicts in a child sex abuse case in Maine's history. Taylor has been recognized as one of Maine's leading plaintiff's attorneys. He is only one of two lawyer from Northern New England listed in Lawdragon's list of the top 500 plaintiff's attorneys in the nation—the other lawyer from Northern New England is his partner, Ben Gideon. Taylor is also included in Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch and Super Lawyers Rising Stars; these designations are given to attorneys that distinguish themselves during their first decade of practice. “Nobody is more committed to his clients than Taylor,” said Ben Gideon. “His mind is always working. It's not unusual for me to receive a call after midnight from Taylor, wanting to brainstorm about a thorny problem or about case strategy. Taylor is also a gifted legal writer, enabling our clients to gain the upper hand in motions and briefs submitted to the courts. When it comes to the full range of personal qualities and skills needed to achieve extraordinary client results, there are few lawyers I've met who can match Taylor.” Taylor is on the Board of Governors of the Maine Trial Lawyers Association and has served as Co-Chair of the MTLA's Legislative Committee for the past three years. Taylor has testified in the Maine Legislature on numerous occasions, and played a critical role in the fight to raise Maine's cap on wrongful death damages in 2019. Taylor also has experience litigating class action cases on behalf of employees, consumers, and victims of civil rights abuses. From 2019 to 2020, he co-counseled a class action on behalf of Maine prisoners who were denied treatment for Hepatitis C. That lawsuit resulted in a historic settlement with the Maine Department of Corrections, under which the DOC agreed to treat all incarcerated individuals who have chronic Hepatitis C. Taylor is an Adjunct Professor at Maine Law School, where he co-teaches Trial Advocacy. A native of Maine, Taylor is a graduate of Yale Law School. At Yale, Taylor worked in the Veterans Legal Services Clinic, representing veterans who were improperly denied disability benefits. After graduating from law school, Taylor clerked for federal judges in New York City and Newark, New Jersey. Taylor began his career at a law firm in New York, before returning to Maine to represent individual plaintiffs in personal injury lawsuits. Taylor's wife, Becca, is the Director of Recruiting and Professional Development at Bernstein Shur. Taylor and Becca live in Cumberland County with their three children, Davida, Vivienne, and Leon. What Clients Say About Taylor“The most fantastic Lawyer I have ever met. Caring considerate and great results.” – Hilarie B. “Taylor went above and beyond during the entire case. I felt valued, respected and as if I was the #1 and only client he had.” – Adam D. “Taylor was there, step by step, fighting for what is right and just, making sure we understood each process. He helped my family get the best outcome to move forward with our lives without regret.” – Cheri H. “Taylor Asen was everything we needed in a lawyer: professional, communicative, straight forward and determined. He also was everything we didn't expect: personable, always available, kind and thoughtful. We highly recommend his services.” – Arianna S. “Taylor Asen is the ultimate professional. He navigated us through the toughest time in our lives and handled our medical malpractice case with mastery. . . Most of all, he was human. His confidence and his friendly demeanor put us at ease and his empathy towards our situation made us feel like we wanted to win this case not just for us, but for him.” – Lisa H. EDUCATIONJ.D., Yale Law School, 2012M.A., Columbia University, 2007B.A., George Washington University (summa cum laude), 2006 RECOGNITIONSLawdragon's 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, 2022The Best Lawyers in America ― “Ones to Watch,” 2021 – presentSuper Lawyers ― “Rising Star,” 2017 – presentAVVO – Rated 10/10 MEMBERSHIPSBoard Member, Maine Trial Lawyers AssociationCo-chair, Legislative Committee, Maine Trial Lawyers AssociationMember, Academy of Truck Accident AttorneysMember, American Association for JusticeMember, Right to Know Advisory Committee, Maine State Legislature, 2019-2022Member, U.S. Attorney for the District of Maine Selection Advisory Committee (2021)Chair, Maine Supreme Judicial Court IOLTA Working Group (2020) ADMISSIONSMaine (2016)U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (2014)U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2014)U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2014)New York (2013) CLERKSHIPSLaw Clerk, Hon. Julio Fuentes, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, 2014Law Clerk, Hon. J. Paul Oetken, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, 2013  About Trevor Savagewww.gideonasen.com Trevor is a skilled trial attorney who represents clients in claims involving medical malpractice, wrongful deaths and other complex personal injury cases. After completing a clerkship with the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, Trevor began his career at a large firm in Portland, representing medical providers, businesses, and insurance companies. Trevor's experience as a defense attorney gives him a unique perspective that he uses to give Gideon Asen's clients an advantage during litigation with insurance companies. A native of Maine, Trevor is a graduate of Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, and then the University of Maine School of Law. At Maine Law, he served as Managing Editor of the Maine Law Review and as a legal writing teaching assistant for first-year students. During law school—alongside his then-classmate and current colleague, Meryl Poulin—he distinguished himself as one of two “Prize Arguers” of their class and argued before the Maine Supreme Judicial Court. He and Meryl Poulin—another Gideon Asen attorney—later competed nationally as teammates on the Maine Law Moot Court Team, finishing in the top three of a competition of more than forty teams. While at law school, Trevor interned with the Appellate Division of the United States Attorney's Office and then with Judge Kermit V. Lipez of the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. He also worked as a Student Attorney at the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office (winning his first two jury trials as a second-year law student). Trevor lives in North Berwick, Maine, with his wife, Amy, and two children, Jacob and Will. EDUCATIONJ.D., Maine Law School (cum laude), 2017B.S., Emerson College (summa cum laude), 2013 RECOGNITIONSSuper Lawyer's: Rising Star 2022- present MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Bar Association, MemberMaine State Bar Association, MemberMaine Trial Lawyers Association, MemberEdward Thaxter Gignoux Inn of Court, MemberManaging Editor, Maine Law Review (2016-2017)Maine Law Class of 2017 Prize ArguerFaculty Significant Achievement Award, 2017 ADMISSIONSMaine (2017)United States District Court for the District of Maine (2018)United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit (2018) CLERKSHIPSLaw Clerk, Hon. Joseph M. Jabar, Maine Supreme Judicial Court, 2017-2018

While lawmakers will return to the State House next week to take up the governor's vetoes, the 131st Legislature has already left its imprint on some of the issues and challenges confronting the state.

This Day in Maine for Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.

This year 21 anti-transgender laws have passed nationwide with hundreds more under consideration. But Maine's legislature has gone against the trend, instead approving a new “shield law” protecting health care workers who provide gender-affirming care. It is headed to the desk of Democratic Gov. Janet Mills.It is incredibly important “to protect states where care is legal because providers are worried,” said Polly Crozier, director of family advocacy for GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders. “There's really a lot of disinformation and misinformation out there. And we want to make sure that in states where care is legal, that providers are able to provide best practice medical care.”Plus, Massachusetts U.S Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Sen. Elizabeth Warren successfully fought for $850,000 in federal funds for an LGBTQ+ Senior Housing Development known as The Pryde. This is a big win, says Janson Wu, senior director of state advocacy and government relations at The Trevor Project, but the battle for funding like this shouldn't be so difficult.“$850,000 is a big deal for this project. But when you think about it in the context of an appropriation bill, it's a fraction of a fraction of a percent,” Wu said. “And so the other story here is that it shows the extent that extreme conservatives in Congress have used the budgeting process as a way to attack the LGBTQ community. And that's a disturbing trend to have.”And while the South End once held the crown, many now claim Dorchester to be Boston's star “gayborhood.” But trends come and go, says Grace Sterling Stowell, executive director of the Boston Alliance of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Youth.“I'm so old that I could tell you that back in the day, the Fenway was considered the gay neighborhood and Somerville was the lesbian neighborhood. And so, all of it, JP, Dorchester, South End were all up and coming since then,” said Sterling Stowell. “But I think it's important to acknowledge that, certainly historically, before the days of legal protections, and at least a relative greater level of public acceptance, the LGBTQ folks were not economically a group that could afford higher rents. And so historically, we were living in areas where rents were lower.”It's all on Under the Radar's LGBTQ News Roundtable.GUESTSGrace Sterling Stowell, executive director of the Boston Alliance of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Youth, or BAGLYJanson Wu, senior director of state advocacy and government relations at The Trevor ProjectPolly Crozier, director of family advocacy for GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders, or GLAD

Host Cynthia Dill has a view about the proposal at the Maine Legislature to amend the state constitution to protect "every person's" right to reproductive autonomy. What are men's rights?

Matt and his new(?) cohost preview the 2nd session of the 131st Maine Legislature by looking at some of the upcoming titles and no other contexts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maineeducationmatters/support

This week on the Beacon Podcast, Nora, Cate and Ben talk in depth about the Maine legislative session beginning in January, including upcoming bills and the impact of recent revenue forecasts on budgeting. They dig into ongoing campaigns and proposed legislation on drug policy, tribal sovereignty, worker rights, housing, childcare, paid family medical leave, health… The post Podcast: What to expect in the Maine legislature in the new year first appeared on Maine Beacon.

The 2023 legislative session here in Maine finally wrapped up this week, more than a month later than originally planned.

Democrats controlling the Maine Legislature are securing key policy victories during the halting and chaotic close to the legislative session. However, they've also left questions about intraparty comity and whether they've sown the seeds for a minority Republican comeback in next year's election.

The Maine Legislature is headed into what is supposed to be its final few days of the 2023 session. But lawmakers still have a long list of major issues that they've yet to resolve.

Nora and Esther discuss some of the stories people told at the Maine Legislature’s Labor and Housing Committee hearing Thursday on LD 1964 and share some clips with listeners. Ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at (207) 619-3182 or by writing to podcasts@mainebeacon.com Subscribe to the podcast using any podcasting app… The post Podcast: Scenes from Thursday's Paid Family and Medical Leave hearing first appeared on Maine Beacon.

Democratic Gov. Janet Mills' bill expanding abortion access beyond the state's current fetal viability restriction appears poised for passage in the Maine Legislature. But it has also energized abortion opponents, who might test voters' willingness to overturn it if it passes.

This Day in Maine for Tuesday, April 25th, 2023.

Welcome to the "Private Placement Perspective," a new pod storm series hosted by Matt Brown. In this first series of 2023, Matt dives deep into the world of venture capital and investing, speaking with investors and CEOs who have successfully helped scale start-ups. Join Matt as he dives into the world of Private Placements. Series: Private Placement Perspective The Maine Venture Fund is a professionally-managed venture capital fund that invests exclusively in Maine companies who demonstrate a potential for high growth and public benefit. The Fund has been actively investing in Maine companies since 1997, after its creation by an act of the Maine Legislature in 1995 to provide Maine companies andentrepreneurs access to patient sources of venture capital. The fund has received $13 million in capital contributions from the State of Maine and operates as a revolving “evergreen” fund.The Maine Venture Fund specializes in small and medium Maine businesses and considers companies in nearly any industry that can demonstrate the potential for high growth and public benefit. The mission of the fund is to provide resources to attract, support, and help develop eligible small businesses with the potential for substantial growth and success that will contribute to the prosperity of Maine.Get an interview on the Matt Brown Show: www.mattbrownshow.comSupport the show

In honor of Women’s History Month, Esther talks with new Reps. Mana Abdi (D-Lewiston) and Cheryl Golek (D-Harpswell/Brunswick) about their experiences in Augusta, what made them want to run for office, and what it means for them to be legislators. Nora and Esther also talk about what comfort TV you should be watching right now.…

In many ways the address mirrored the first one that took place 21 years ago. This time, however, the tribes addressed state lawmakers who are far more receptive to their main goal — greater self-governance — than the legislators who preceded them.

Esther, Ben and Cate discuss what makes a strong social insurance program, including what a robust Paid Family and Medical Leave policy would look like. They also talk about local labor fights, as well as the joys of public education, neighborliness and Hamantaschen for Purim. (Further reading on the LePage pension hole, unionization at Shalom house and the MSEA…

Esther, Cate and Ben talk about Gov. Janet Mills’ State of the Budget address Tuesday evening as well as a new report on police killings in Maine. They are also joined by Dan Neumann to talk about his recent piece in Beacon on “fentanyl hysteria” and its potential impact on drug laws. Ask a question…

Esther, Cate and Ben talk about what people can do when the weather is this cold (Beacon coverage and resources), and what Central Maine Power is doing to explain away its rate increases. Also, bills in the legislature to protect and expand the legal rights of trans people, and a preview of the paid family…

Esther, Cate and Ben discuss the Bangor Daily News‘ terrible, horrible, no good, very bad editing of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—and their pretty good apology. They also look at efforts in the state legislature to protect abortion rights and they explain what’s next…

Gov. Janet Mills introduced her proposed two-year budget this week, and Esther, Cate and Ben offer their initial thoughts. Also, we chat with MPA lobby team member Rafael Macias about what the lobby team’s all about, and take a look at the competing referendum questions around a consumer-owned utility, and who all is behind them.…

This Day in Maine December 16, 2022

Today is the last day to sign up for health coverage through coverME.gov. Esther, Cate and Mike discuss this, the January 1 minimum wage increase to $13.80 an hour and other policy holidays on this week’s podcast, along with a review of media coverage of the new state legislature and the long history of REAL…

On the podcast this week, Cate, Esther and Mike discuss the voting down of Governor Mills’ plan for emergency heating and housing assistance by Republicans in the state senate and what that will mean for Mainers this winter. They also discuss the election of Maine’s constitutional officers, a new report on the effects of tribal…

It took less than 10 hours for the smiles, back-slaps and warm-and-fuzzy feelings on the opening day of the session Wednesday to fade away and for partisan tensions to rear up in the Maine Legislature.

There will be plenty of ceremony when the 186 newly elected members of the Legislature assemble for the first time in Augusta next week, but pressing issues will likely dominate the early agenda of the 131st Legislature.

With decisions made on legislative leadership and referenda signatures being submitted, what’s next for politics and policy in Maine is becoming more clear. On this episode of the Beacon Podcast, Esther, Ben and Mike discuss the Our Power referendum, the selection of Rachel Talbot Ross as Speaker of the Maine House and more. Ask a…

Cate and Mike discuss the full election results, the analysis, autopsies and recriminations and the selection of leaders in the Maine legislature. Among calls for the GOP to move past Donald Trump nationally and Paul LePage in Maine, they wonder what that could look like for a party that has been molded by their influence…

Ben Chin, Esther Pew, Cate Blackford and Senator-elect Mike Tipping discuss the results of Tuesday’s election – what happened in races across the state, why and what it means for Maine. Ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at (207) 619-3182. Subscribe to the podcast feed right here using any podcasting app…

With only a few days before Election Day, Esther, Cate and Nora look at some of what Portland voters will be seeing on that city’s voluminous ballot, and celebrate the signature-gathering successes of Our Power’s consumer-owned utility and Protect Maine Elections’ foreign money out of political campaigns, um, campaigns. The gang also talks about who’s…

On the podcast this week, Esther, Ben and Mike discuss new polling from the Maine People’s Resource Center, new developments in legislative races and proposed new changes to Portland city government that have prompted Mayor Kate Snyder to announce she won’t be seeking re-election. Ask a question or leave a comment for a future show…

Esther, Cate and Mike discuss the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and its impacts in Maine. The also examine a wide range of new state legislation that went into effect this week, from expanded dental coverage to the good Samaritan law. Plus: they discuss the 11-year anniversary of the referendum to protect same-day voter…

On the podcast this week, Esther, Cate and Mike discuss the work by dozens of Maine People’s Alliance volunteers that goes into interviewing and choosing candidates to support in November’s election. The also describe what’s in the new Inflation Reduction Act set to be passed by reconciliation in Congress and Lizzo’s new album. Ask a…

Jin Woo Chung, senior economist for the Groundwork Collaborative and James Myall, policy analyst for the Maine Center for Economic Policy join host Cate Blackford to discuss rising prices, corporate gouging and what can be done to address it at both the state and national level. Ask a question or leave a comment for a…

Esther, Cate, Ben and Mike discuss the newly-launched paid family and medical leave referendum on the podcast this week, as well as South Portland mayor Deqa Dhalac’s candidacy for state representative and union busting by Chipotle. Ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at (207) 619-3182. Subscribe to the podcast feed right…

On the Beacon podcast this week, Ben and Mike discuss the Portland referendums and charter commission proposal, a newly-open House seat in Bangor, how Maine anti-abortion rights candidates get their funding and how to grade Maine’s legislators. Ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at (207) 619-3182. Subscribe to the podcast…

Ben and Mike discuss the success of the Our Power referendum signature gathering and the likely ballot measures on the issue, as well as continued local fallout from the anti-abortion rights Supreme Court decision and the court’s new decision limiting the government’s ability to regulate air pollution to mitigate climate change. Ask a question or…

With voices from Maine Family Planning, Planned Parenthood and Mabel Wadsworth Center, the podcast hosts focus on the Dobbs v. Jackson Supreme Court decision repealing the right to access abortion this week, including the impact in Maine, the reactions from elected leaders and candidates, and what comes next. Ask a question or leave a comment…

Esther and Ben talk about some of the best news and most interesting stories out of Tuesday’s primary election. Share your thoughts, ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at (207) 619-3182. Give your input on the podcast and what you'd like to hear with our podcast survey. Subscribe to the podcast feed right…

Esther, Ben and Cate, with special guest host Nora, run through the end-of-session nothing burger that was Veto Day, and talk about some of the many recent media pieces on Maine’s housing crisis, and where they fit into the larger picture. Share your thoughts, ask a question or leave a comment for a future show at…