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  1. 36 minutes ago

    My statement on the Administration's decision to exit the Iran Deal:

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  2. 3 hours ago

    On , I want to take a moment to recognize the educators who motivate, inspire and teach us life’s most valuable lessons. Thank you for believing in our young people, both in and out of the classroom.

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  3. 4 hours ago

    So sad to hear about the passing of Dorris Farrar, the oldest person in Maine. I met Dorris last year, and at 111 years old, she was full of joy, humor and positivity. She embodied the Maine spirit – our state will miss her.

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  4. 23 hours ago

    Proud to stand with the Red Cross as part of their initiative to help prevent home fires. It’s important work that will save lives – to learn more, go to

    Thank you for Sounding the Alarm to save lives! Learn how you can help prevent home fire deaths May 12 with the Red Cross and its partners.
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  5. May 7

    This isn’t a partisan issue – it just makes sense. Congress must make this topic a priority – not just for our present, but for our future.

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  6. May 7

    Quality child care and early education are critical parts of child development – but the high costs prevent families from utilizing this resource, harming both families and our national economy.

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  7. May 7

    Thanks to my friends at for pushing for quality, affordable child care and highlighting the help that my bipartisan bill, the PACE Act, would provide to working families across the nation. .

    . shares why quality is a top priority for Congress.
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  8. May 4

    WATCH LIVE at 12:45 as I discuss the importance of net neutrality for Maine businesses and the innovation economy with local business owners and entrepreneurs at in Portland:

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  9. May 4

    Net Neutrality has helped startups and job creators strengthen the economy, innovate, and discover their potential. And this month, Congress has the opportunity to overturn the 's misguided decision to repeal net neutrality rules.

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  10. May 4

    I may not be celebrating in a galaxy far, far away, but I did feel the force (of innovation and STEM learning) at Space Day in Brunswick! A pleasure to see so many bright, engaged Maine students.

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  11. May 3

    Honored to join Veterans Graduation Recognition Ceremony in Portland this evening.

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  12. May 2

    Thanks to everyone who came out to the Maine Senior Expo in Scarborough today! By helping our state’s seniors thrive in their own lives, we can make our communities stronger and more resilient

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  13. May 2

    Always love coming to Sarah’s…thanks for having me this weekend!

    ⚡️ “OUR OLD FRIEND ANGUS KING COMES IN NOW AND AGAIN.”
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  14. May 1

    The folks at the Bangor Chamber of Commerce are also hard at work developing creative ways to bolster the workforce and strengthen Maine’s economy.

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  15. May 1

    Through job training and increased educational opportunities, we can help Maine people get good jobs and help employers hire qualified workers.

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  16. May 1

    Continued my statewide conversation on workforce development at Eastern Maine Community College in Bangor today.

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  17. Apr 30

    Warming waters off Maine’s coast are a threat to our ocean resources. We must protect these waters, which are a vital part of our state’s economy. That’s why I joined with to urge NOAA to prioritize studies in the Gulf of Maine.

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  18. Apr 30

    Founded right here in Maine, ITNAmerica, has grown into a nationwide network that gives hundreds of rides every day to seniors in states across the country.

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  19. Apr 30

    Wonderful to join and the dedicated people at ITNAmerica to celebrate 1 million rides for seniors.

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  20. Apr 29

    Just because I was on the show doesn’t mean I won’t contribute to . We talked about some serious challenges facing our nation tonight, but I’m not sure Maddie got that exactly. Dogs have a way of keeping us grounded – I want to be the man my dog thinks I am.

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