Posts published in “Politics”

Nepalese Student Association sheds light on political protests and restructuring in Nepal

People in Bhaktapur gathered to light candles in a peaceful vigil, honoring the memory of those who lost their lives during the Gen Z anti-corruption protests in Nepal. Photo courtesy of Amit Machamasi / For The Maine Campus. @amit_machamasi on Instagram.

Nepalese Student Association sheds light on political protests and restructuring in Nepal

By Elora Griswold on September 18, 2025

When the government of Nepal banned over two dozen social media platforms on Sept. 4, Nepali international students at University of Maine (and across the…

Mixed reactions at UMaine while nation processes Charlie Kirk

A flag sits at half-staff in front of Fogler Library as part of a 9/11 memorial display. Photo by Tyler Bridges.

Mixed reactions at UMaine while nation processes Charlie Kirk

By Sofia Langlois on September 16, 2025

Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) and right-wing activist, was shot at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10. Graphic videos of the assassination…

UMSG inaugurates new senators and votes on committee roles

UMSG members seated in the Bangor Room with President Tripp in front of the podium. Photo by Owen Bulmer.

UMSG inaugurates new senators and votes on committee roles

By Haden Buzzell on September 15, 2025

The General Student Senate at the University of Maine Student Government, Inc. (UMSG) held its second meeting of the semester on Sept. 9, led by…

Bangor Democrat proposes bill to limit Maine police contracts with immigration officials

Two UMPD vehicles can be seen parked near the grassy area behind Stodder Hall. Photo by Elora Griswold

Bangor Democrat proposes bill to limit Maine police contracts with immigration officials

By Arianna Perdomo on May 5, 2025

On March 27, Representative Ambureen Rana, a Democrat from Bangor, introduced a bill that would prohibit state and local police agencies in Maine from entering…

Fight to keep Paid Family and Medical Leave in Maine wages on as legislators hear 13 bills to slash program

The Maine State House building in Augusta on a sunny day. Photo by Meredyth Waters

Fight to keep Paid Family and Medical Leave in Maine wages on as legislators hear 13 bills to slash program

By Arianna Perdomo on April 28, 2025

Groups of legislators and supporters rallied together outside of the State House in Augusta on April 23 to testify against 13 bills that would dismantle…