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“We’ve Got It All Wrong in Augusta.” Libby on Spending and State Priorities - Part Two
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In this continued conversation, Senator Jim Libby discusses welfare expansion, accountability, and the urgent need to realign Maine’s budget priorities. He shares concerns about unbid nonprofit contracts, misuse of public funds, and the growth of dependency programs that he believes “are hurting, not helping” Mainers. Libby calls for stronger oversight at DHHS, transparency in spending, and a renewed focus on workforce participation to strengthen Maine’s long-term fiscal health.
Now airing weekends on VOM — The Voice of Maine 101.3, 103.9, and on the VOM app.
This episode of Q-Point Podcast is prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
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Chapters
1. “We’ve Got It All Wrong in Augusta.” Libby on Spending and State Priorities - Part Two (00:00:00)
2. Accountability and Recovery: Maine’s Debate Over Safe Injection Sites (00:00:32)
3. “We Have To Make Sure These Kids Are Safe.” Fixing DHHS: Protecting Maine’s Children (00:01:24)
4. The Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Maine’s Government (00:05:49)
5. Maine Traditions And Racing Heritage (00:10:26)
6. NASCAR Memories And Business Ventures (00:14:31)
7. The Track That Could Have Been (00:15:11)
8. Lowering The Cost Of Living In Maine (00:17:22)
9. Maine’s Debate Over Immigration And Sanctuary Policies (00:22:46)
10. Confronting Illegal Marijuana Operations In Maine (00:25:13)
11. “We’d Love To Have Everybody Involved In My Campaign.” (00:28:46)
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