Thursday, May 27, 2010

Gubernatorial Candidates 2010

By Katelin Walling

The primary election for governor is coming up June 8. There are a lot of candidates vying for your vote for the next Governor of Maine, so we decided to compile a list of the candidates and their platforms to help readers become more informed. Today we're featuring Steve Abbott. Check back later today to get a glimpse of Rosa Scarcelli.



Steve Abbott
Republican
Portland




    Economy
  • Create jobs to improve Mainers' lives

  • Government
  • Move administrative functions and other jobs to private sector
  • Use private contractors for jobs instead of state workers
  • Audit state government spending and evaluate government programs

  • State Retirement
  • New state workers should be switched from a pension to a 401K
  • Overhaul current tax system because taxpayers can't afford current system
For more information visit Steve Abbott's website.

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