In The News 
Marriage equality on the ballot in three states
Nearly a year after California voters overturned same-sex marriage, voters in three other states will weigh in this fall on whether to reverse gay rights initiatives ranging from anti-discrimination measures to marriage benefits.
So-Called “Piglet Book” Met With Firestorm of Criticism
Opponents of the TABOR 2 tax cap unleashed a firestorm of criticism today against the 2009 Maine Piglet Book that has been released by the Maine Heritage Policy Center.
Farmington selectmen register opposition to TABOR II proposal
By a unanimous vote, selectmen this week opposed the upcoming referendum question on the citizen's statewide initiative known as the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights, or TABOR II.
Groups criticize excise tax cut, TABOR II
Maine Municipal Association Tuesday continued its campaign to defeat two citizen initiative questions — the Taxpayer Bill of Rights II, or TABOR II, and the excise tax cut — that will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Panelists debate excise tax ballot measure
Opponents of Question 2 contend that there are real consequences to reducing that tax revenue, specifically a drop-off in municipal services such as road maintenance. Additionally, the proposal would affect taxes only on vehicles 5 years old or newer, an indication that only those who can afford new cars would benefit.
Editorial: Tax shift from cutting excise tax will not equal tax relief
In November, voters will be asked if they want to reduce the excise tax, which would be very detrimental to the state's already dilapidated local roadway system.
Orono town council tackles TABOR II
The Orono town council dove into “An Act to Provide Tax Relief,” a citizen’s initiative more commonly known as TABOR II, during a Sept. 21 meeting, sparking ardent debate about its consequences.
Colorado voters weigh in on state’s direction, TABOR, Ritter in poll
A majority of Colorado voters think that the Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR), which requires tax increases to be approved by voters, should be repealed.
Maine Leads Testifies Before Ethics Commission
The executive director of Maine Leads testified he attempted to emulate the "political left" when he raised more than $419,000 from national nonprofit organizations and used more than half to help fund citizen initiatives in 2007 and 2008.
New report opposes TABOR II
The most recent ballot measure to cap taxes and spending is taking some new knocks.
