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At The Conference this morning he will provide  Mid-Year Numbers and Economic Update. He will speaking this morning around 9:15

The discussion focused on competing explanations for Maine’s high energy costs and criticism of Democratic energy policies.

Matt Gagnon talks with Michael Hoffer for the latest from Maine high school sports. They break down the week’s biggest stories, standout performances and teams to watch — plus announce the Hoffer’s High School Sports Athlete of the Week!

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Phil Harriman joins the WGAN Morning News in-studio to discuss his latest take on the current state of politics in the state, the country, and around the world.
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The discussion examined recent calls for AI guardrails following an Anthropic whistleblower's warnings about advanced AI risks. Donald Trump argued that AI requires only a strong, intelligent president rather than new guardrails; the group challenged this as an unreliable long-term safeguard. An unresolved question remains: should AI development rely primarily on presidential judgment, or should additional protections be established?

The discussion centered on Matt’s Japan trip, including a samurai experience in Kyoto and observations about Japanese culture. Matt described a Japanese government-sponsored policy exchange involving meetings with academics, business groups, think tanks, media representatives, and government officials. He also visited Tokyo and Kyoto and spent significant time sightseeing and purchasing gifts and souvenirs.

The discussion covered Portland public safety and drug-policy concerns, followed by Maine Senate polling and campaign dynamics.

The Grace Curley Show airs daily from Noon to 2 PM on WGAN, and every Monday, Grace speaks with us about the latest developments in national politics

Phil discussed Mayor Mark Dion’s position that Portland’s challenges involve addiction and mental-health issues, not only homelessness.

The conversation cited worsening conditions in public spaces, including discarded needles, drug use, and disruptive behavior.