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Laurel Libby, a Maine state representative, discussed the end of the legislative session and Governor Janet Mills' final term. Libby criticized Mills for pushing through a 2% millionaire tax, raising Maine's income tax to the highest in New England. She noted Mills' efforts to appeal to her base, which she believes led to extreme legislative actions. Libby also mentioned the possibility of a veto day on April 29 and the significant number of open seats in the Maine House, which could shift power. She emphasized the importance of grassroots activism and public awareness of state politics to effect change.

Matt discusses the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, which aims to bypass the Electoral College by aggregating states' electoral votes based on the national popular vote. With Virginia's recent addition, the compact now includes 18 states plus D.C., totaling 222 electoral votes. The threshold for the compact to take effect is 270 electoral votes. 

The conversation revolves around the cultural shift in language sensitivity, particularly the use of the word "retarded," which has become a slur. Matt discusses Graham Plattner's controversy for using the term in a recent interview and on Reddit in 2021, sparking criticism from Disability Rights Advocates. The discussion also touches on the inconsistency in the Bangor Daily News' use of the term, highlighting its presence in the article's title but not consistently within the text. Additionally, there is a broader critique of the policing of language by the left and the media's tendency to take pot shots at conservatives, emphasizing the importance of free speech and historical attitudes towards such words.

Matt speaks with Michael Hoffer and discusses High School Sports and previews spring sports. Website: www.hoffershighschoolsports.com

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 Cook Political Report shifted four Senate races, favoring Democrats but still predicting a GOP majority. Two races moved to lean Democrat: North Carolina and Georgia. Ohio's race shifted from lean Republican to toss-up. Nebraska's race became lean Republican. Sherrod Brown's close polling in Ohio was noted. In Georgia, despite strong Democratic presence, Ossoff's seat remains a toss-up. The GOP needs to lose four seats to lose control, with Maine and Texas being key. The Iran situation could impact the 2024 elections, potentially benefiting Democrats. The House's margin is thin, with potential for a Democratic gain of 10-20 seats.

Representative Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday following sexual assault and misconduct allegations, which led to his withdrawal from the California Governor's race. Four women, including a former staffer, accused Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including rape. Despite these serious allegations, Democratic allies quickly abandoned him. The swift reaction was attributed to long-standing rumors about Swalwell, which were known by many in the media and politics but not pursued. The lack of investigation was criticized, with suggestions that Swalwell's political stance against Donald Trump influenced the response.

Michael Hoffer, a high school sports journalist, has returned after a vacation and shared his success in his newsletter, which now has around 1,000 subscribers, 600 of whom are paying subscribers. This model, which allows Hoffer to cover sports independently, is seen as a viable alternative to traditional journalism. The conversation highlights the benefits of this approach, including the ability to write in-depth, detailed pieces without corporate restrictions. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by traditional journalists, such as editorial constraints and the impact on the quality of their work.