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Infographic: Maine's would-be governors of 2010

Their ideas for changing Maine, from a progressive perspective

By LANCE TAPLEY | October 20, 2010

READ: Portland Phoenix Endorsements: 2010 referenda
READ: Cutler for Governor
READ: How progressive are they? The gubernatorial candidates’ specific ideas to make Maine better (or worse)

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