Maine’s Economy

Report: State of Working Maine 2019

Introduction How should we measure Maine’s economy? An economy is strongest when it works for everyone. That means everyone has a fair shot at success, everyone’s contributions […]

James Myall

Posted December 18, 2019

Tags Economic Security, Economy, Employment, Food Insecurity, Incomes, Inequality, Jobs, Unemployment, Wages

Maine’s Economy

RESOURCES: Food Insecurity in Maine

People who have enough nutritious food are healthier and better able to thrive at home, in their communities, and at work. But today, many Mainers go without […]

MECEP

Posted December 16, 2019

Tags Children, Food Insecurity, SNAP

Health Care

Five numbers to understand Obamacare's impact in Maine

As of November 1, Mainers can shop for health care plans through the federal insurance marketplace at healthcare.gov. Consumers have until December 15 to buy a marketplace […]

James Myall

Posted November 12, 2019

Tags Affordable Care Act, Federal, Health Care, Medicaid

Jobs and Income

For people of color and less-educated workers, Maine unemployment figures don't tell the whole story

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released estimates showing that Maine’s unemployment rate was a seasonally-adjusted 2.9 percent in September, marking three consecutive months of the […]

James Myall

Posted November 1, 2019

Tags Education, Employment, Inequality, Racial Equity

Taxes and Budget

Policy Brief: Big-box stores roll out 'dark store theory' for tax avoidance in Maine

Walmart, Lowe’s and others are pushing the dubious ‘dark store theory’ to manipulate property valuations and win tax cuts, leaving local budgets and other taxpayers holding the […]

Sarah Austin

Posted October 31, 2019

Tags Property Tax, Tax Breaks

Maine’s Economy

Household incomes declined but wages increased in 2018. Here's how.

The latest round of 2018 data from the census bureau released last week contained two apparently contradictory trends: Household incomes in Maine went down over the previous […]

James Myall

Posted October 9, 2019

Tags Economy, Incomes, Job Quality, Jobs

Health Care

New Census data: Maine’s uninsured rate remained steady in 2018

The share of Mainers who lack health insurance remained steady from 2017 to 1018, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. More than […]

James Myall

Posted September 10, 2019

Tags Affordable Care Act, Federal, Health Care, Medicaid

Taxes and Budget

Federal Working Families Tax Relief Act would boost incomes for 187,000 Maine households

For many Americans with low incomes, it’s a constant challenge to keep up with expenses and provide for their kids’ basic needs. Many parents work hard but […]

Sarah Austin

Posted September 4, 2019

Tags Child Tax Credit, Children, EITC, Federal, Incomes, Tax Fairness, Taxes

Taxes and Budget

Policy Brief: Maine reaches new milestone in tax fairness

A fair tax system asks those who benefit the most from our economy to contribute proportionately toward investments that ensure future generations can also thrive. But since […]

Sarah Austin

Posted September 4, 2019

Tags EITC, Tax Fairness, Taxes

Jobs and Income

Unions promote stronger, fairer economy for all workers

Labor unions are a time-tested way for workers to organize and negotiate collectively for higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions. By advocating for better conditions […]

James Myall

Posted September 1, 2019

Tags Economy, Incomes, Inequality, Job Quality, Unions

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Report: State of Working Maine 2019

RESOURCES: Food Insecurity in Maine

Five numbers to understand Obamacare's impact in Maine

For people of color and less-educated workers, Maine unemployment figures don't tell the whole story

Policy Brief: Big-box stores roll out 'dark store theory' for tax avoidance in Maine

Household incomes declined but wages increased in 2018. Here's how.

New Census data: Maine’s uninsured rate remained steady in 2018

Federal Working Families Tax Relief Act would boost incomes for 187,000 Maine households

Policy Brief: Maine reaches new milestone in tax fairness

Unions promote stronger, fairer economy for all workers