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Farmer, mother, Maine islander, Member of Congress, lover of root vegetables

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Joined June 2008
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  1. 5 minutes ago

    None of us wants a nuclear . We should build off the JCPOA to address Iran’s missiles and support for terror, not rip up a functioning agreement. President Trump offers no alternative other than tough-guy rhetoric. My full statement:

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  2. 1 hour ago

    President Trump’s decision signals the US is not a reliable partner that stands by its agreements – why would Kim Jong Un trust us on a nuke deal? It alienates us further from allies like France and Germany, and risks pushing Iran back toward a nuclear track.

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  3. 1 hour ago

    .’ decision to unilaterally break nuclear deal is unjustified, reckless & fact-challenged. Sec. Mattis testified the inspection regime is robust & the UN has certified Iran’s compliance. Pres. Trump is putting his personal whims above our national security interests.

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  4. 2 hours ago

    On , I've co-sponsored 's resolution (H.R. 876) to increase teacher pay and fully fund our public schools. We must do better by those who are educating America’s young people.

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  5. 6 hours ago

    Thank you for bringing stakeholders together to start the conversation! I look forward to working with you and to reduce food waste. As you said, "this is not just awareness for awareness’ sake, but awareness for action’s sake."

    Food waste & loss eat up about 40% of the U.S. food supply. Hosted a roundtable today of food industry, food banks, researchers & policy makers to discuss solutions. Thanks to Rep. and for their participation and continued attention to this issue.
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    I’m with and for a round table on food waste. As co-founders of the Food Waste Caucus, Rep. Pingree and I are working to reduce food waste at every stage of the food chain.

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  7. May 7

    Awesome Doodle 4 from Will Gordon of schools!

    Portland High School student chosen as finalist in logo contest, reports
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  8. May 7

    The Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program was established by the House of Representatives to provide employment opportunities for wounded or disabled within member offices and with the goal of training a new generation of veteran leaders for government service.

    I'm seeking a two-year Wounded Warrior Fellow for my , district office. Interested should go to and search “Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program” for more information and how to apply.
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  9. May 7

    I'm seeking a two-year Wounded Warrior Fellow for my , district office. Interested should go to and search “Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program” for more information and how to apply.

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  10. May 7

    Read my recent op-ed in on growing bipartisan interest in food as medicine

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  11. May 7

    Very glad that the Trump Administration has implemented Obama-era menu labeling guidelines. Now consumers can make more informed purchasing decisions, which could help to reduce costly diet-related disease. via &

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  12. May 7

    Today we mourn Corporal Eugene Cole who was killed in the line of duty. We honor his service to Maine and its people. We are all thinking of his family at this difficult time.

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  13. May 7

    I will oppose the GOP in its current draft. Losing a job, becoming ill and caring for children or an aging parent shouldn’t be reasons for being denied assistance. Read my letter to the editor of the

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  14. May 4

    I’ve supported concrete and comprehensive proposals to bring Rx drug costs down. If President Trump really wants to make a difference, he’ll show his support for these proposals next week.

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  15. May 4

    We can’t understate this crisis. As Rx drug costs continue to grow, millions of people face a choice between their health and their financial security – a choice that’s been exacerbated by Republicans’ constant efforts to undermine the and drive up out-of-pocket costs.

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  16. May 4

    States across the country, most recently including Maine, have taken steps to clarify what exactly goes into drug pricing decisions by manufacturers. We should be taking those steps on the federal side, too.

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  17. May 4

    The drug pricing issue is complicated, and we know that a lot of different factors contribute to high costs for consumers. That’s why we should also be focusing on transparency.

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  18. May 4

    Read the bill here:

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  19. May 4

    I'm the lead sponsor of the bipartisan Safe and Affordable Drugs from Canada Act (H.R.1480). has introduced a companion bill (S.64) in the Senate. Our bills would allow individuals to import a 90-day supply of most medications from approved Canadian pharmacies.

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  20. May 4

    I’ve led groups of Maine seniors on trips to licensed Canadian pharmacies, which often resulted in hundreds of savings each month. Now, years later, many Rx drugs in Canada still remain a fraction of the cost of their U.S. equivalent– in part b/c of their ability to negotiate.

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