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The Medical Marijuana Issue
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Thursday, October 29 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host Susan Sharon discussed Question 5 on the November 3 ballot. This question asks Mainers to vote on changing the current law as it applies to medical marijuana. Susan featured a mix of in-studio guests and phone callers during the program.

 (55:27)



Question 1: Same-Sex Marriage
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Thursday, October 22 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host Susan Sharon welcomes attorney Mary Bonauto, civil rights project director for Gay and Lesbian Advocates and Defenders. And, Marc Mutty, campaign chair for “Yes On One/Stand for Marriage Maine.”

 (59:51)



The Debate Over Tabor II
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Thursday, October 15 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host A.J. Higgins welcomed guests arguing for and against the latest Taxpayers Bill of Rights ballot measure. In 2006, Maine voters rejected the original TABOR proposal at the polls. What can we expect this November?

 (59:51)



Question 3: School Consolidation
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Tuesday, October 20 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host Jennifer Rooks welcomes guests Newell Augur, who represents the "No on 3" camp. And Skip Greenlaw, author and chief organizer of the repeal measure. Also, listeners weigh in on the consolidation debate.

 (57:52)



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Elder Abuse in Maine
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Friday, October 23 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host Jennifer Rooks tackles the hidden epidemic of elder abuse in Maine. Experts say very few of the cases are reported. Guests include Ricker Hamilton of Maine's Department of Adult Protective Services.

 (58:56)



Health Care Reform & Maine
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Tuesday, September 8 at 2:00 pm

On the Line tackles health care reform with a panel of health care professionals in Maine as well as calls from the audience. Host Irwin Gratz speaks with Dr. Erik Steele of Eastern Maine Medical Center and Joe Allumbaugh, President of the Maine Association of Health Underwriters about health care.
 

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Reaction to the President's Health Care Address
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Thursday, September 10 at 1:00 pm

On the Line host Irwin Gratz has heard the experts talk about health care reform. He has listened to members Congress stake out their positions. And in his speech last night President Obama outlined what he wants. Now, it's your turn. The phone lines will be open for your reaction.

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