Maine’s Economy

Rising Costs: What’s to blame?

The average Maine household paid about $4,300 more for goods and services since Trump returned to office. What’s driving the increase? War in Iran Gas and heating […]

Karin Leuthy

Posted September 8, 2026

Tags Corporate Power, Economic Security, Economy, Federal, Health Care

Maine’s Economy

Wednesday Sit-Down: War with Iran impacts economy

In this week’s Wednesday Sit-Down, Garrett Martin, CEO of the Maine Center of Economic Policy, sits down with CBS13 to discuss the war with Iran. Click here […]

WGME

Posted September 2, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Economy, Federal, Wednesday Sit Down

Maine’s Economy

Limits of ‘affordability checks’ surface as payments begin to arrive in mailboxes

There are […] many low income people who don’t apply for assistance programs even though they are eligible, said James Myall, policy analyst for the progressive Maine […]

Maine Morning Star

Posted August 31, 2026

Tags Economic Security

Maine’s Economy

Wednesday Sit-Down: Fallout from the trade war with Canada

In this week’s Wednesday Sit-Down, Garrett Martin, CEO of the Maine Center of Economic Policy, sits down with CBS13 to discuss fallout from the trade war with […]

WGME

Posted August 26, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Economy, Tariffs, Wednesday Sit Down

Jobs and Income, Maine’s Economy, Taxes and Budget

Tariffs — An Explainer

Updated September 8, 2026 What are tariffs? Tariffs are taxes on imported goods. When targeted and strategically planned, they can counter unfair trade practices, serve as negotiation […]

Karin Leuthy

Posted August 25, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Economy, Federal, Jobs, Taxes

Maine’s Economy

Federal policies are increasing hunger. Maine must find a path forward.

In 2024, Maine reached the highest rate of food insecurity in a decade, with 14.5% of residents struggling to put food on the table. In total, an […]

Portland Press Herald

Posted August 17, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Food Insecurity, SNAP

Taxes and Budget

Maine must act now to prepare for emerging fiscal risks

At a glance: Research shows climate change, technological advancements, and demographic shifts will strain state budgets Maine policymakers have created commissions and reports to study all three […]

Lauren Stark

Posted August 5, 2026

Tags Budget, Economic Security

Jobs and Income, Maine’s Economy

New analysis shows even a small-scale ICE raid could cost Maine hundreds of jobs, most of them held by US-born workers

AUGUSTA, Maine — A new economic analysis finds even a limited immigration enforcement surge would set off a cascade of job losses across Maine’s economy, with the […]

Posted July 28, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Economy, Immigration, Inclusive Economy, Jobs

Taxes and Budget

Troy Jackson predicted Donald Trump’s trade appeal. Now he’s fighting tariffs.

“The economic policies of this administration, either bolstered or left unchecked by Congress, are hurting the bottom line for Maine households and families,” Garrett Martin, CEO of […]

Bangor Daily News

Posted July 24, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Federal

Taxes and Budget

How Graham Platner’s Potential Replacements Compare on Policy

“Mainers are looking for someone who understands what families are going through and will focus relentlessly on lowering costs and expanding opportunity,” said Garrett Martin, president and […]

Newsweek

Posted July 14, 2026

Tags Economic Security, Federal, Inequality

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Rising Costs: What’s to blame?

Wednesday Sit-Down: War with Iran impacts economy

Limits of ‘affordability checks’ surface as payments begin to arrive in mailboxes

Wednesday Sit-Down: Fallout from the trade war with Canada

Tariffs — An Explainer

Federal policies are increasing hunger. Maine must find a path forward.

Maine must act now to prepare for emerging fiscal risks

New analysis shows even a small-scale ICE raid could cost Maine hundreds of jobs, most of them held by US-born workers

Troy Jackson predicted Donald Trump’s trade appeal. Now he’s fighting tariffs.

How Graham Platner’s Potential Replacements Compare on Policy