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WGAN is Portland & Southern Maine's news/talk leader. News, politics and your community. Listen weekdays from 6:00 to 9:00 AM to Matt Gagnon on News Radio 98.5FM, AM 560 and streaming online at www.wgan.com
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The Race To Replace Graham
1w ago00:10:11Tap to summarizeThe race to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate against Susan Collins has grown to 12 candidates, with a final list pending signature submissions by Monday. Notable contenders include former gubernatorial candidates and various other professionals. Matt criticizes the candidates' motivations, suggesting they seek status and power rather than effective governance. He highlights the differences between the roles of governor and senator, arguing that the latter offers less direct impact.
Transcribe →Maine Vintage Toys
1w ago00:10:12Tap to summarizeJesse Fairbanks with Maine Vintage Toys comes in studio, talking about all things nostalgic, trivia and more! www.mainevintagetoys.com
Transcribe →Janet Mills In Biddeford
1w ago00:04:01Tap to summarizeThe conversation revolves around the Janet Mills incident where anti-ICE protesters harassed her. Matt & Jason criticize the harassment, emphasizing that it's unacceptable regardless of political views. They discuss a new Maine law delaying cooperation with ICE, which some believe led to the protesters' actions. Speaker 1 argues that Maine police already minimally cooperated with ICE, and non-cooperation might increase such incidents. They also criticize protesters for lacking understanding of the laws and issues they protest.
Transcribe →Jason Savage
1w ago00:09:58Tap to summarizeMatt speaks to Jason Savage, Senior Advisor at the Maine Republican Party
Transcribe →Special Elections
1w ago00:09:33Tap to summarizeThe conversation discusses the appointment of Darlene Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, as a U.S. senator to complete his term until January 2027, with a special election for the seat to be held in parallel. Matt & Jason express mixed feelings about the appointment, noting it as a nepotistic move but acknowledging it as a temporary measure. They also discuss Mitch McConnell's health and absence, speculating about his condition and the implications for his role as a senator. The conversation touches on the median age of senators, the impact of prolonged absences on representation, and McConnell's significant legislative accomplishments, particularly in Supreme Court appointments.
Transcribe →Baseball Nostalgia
1w ago00:10:41Tap to summarizeThe conversation revolves around the topic of third place games in sports, with participants discussing the anticlimactic nature of such events. The discussion shifts to the upcoming World Cup match between Argentina and France, scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium. They also touch on the history of stadium naming rights, mentioning the evolution of Pacific Bell Park to AT&T Park and Oracle Park. The conversation concludes with a nostalgic look at Candlestick Park, highlighting its unique challenges for athletes.
Transcribe →Wednesday Calls
1w ago00:24:17Tap to summarizeBill from Portland emphasized the need to address fiscal issues and criticized Susan Collins for her stance on ICE's traffic stops. He highlighted the nervousness of immigrants around law enforcement and the lack of driver's licenses among many. Matt agreed, stressing the importance of an orderly immigration process to avoid a shadow economy. David criticized the privatization of ICE prisons, while Mike blamed Democrats for the current immigration crisis. Ray noted the media's focus on ICE shootings over police shootings and defended the training and actions of ICE officers. The discussion concluded with a consensus on the need for a functional and orderly immigration system.
Transcribe →Eye On Politics
1w ago00:19:28Tap to summarizeEric Lusk & Keith Mestrich in For BJ their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.
Transcribe →Tech Talk
1w ago00:11:59Tap to summarizeCraig Peterson – America’s Leading CyberSecurity Coach,Joins The WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 for Tech Talk. Catch Craig every Saturday from 5pm-7pm on WGAN as he shares his Cybersecurity Secrets along with the latest Security news.
Transcribe →Blocking Defense Bill
1w ago00:06:38Tap to summarizeThe Senate Democrats blocked the $1.15 trillion annual defense authorization bill due to partisan disagreements over defense and non-defense spending levels. The motion failed 50-46, needing 60 votes. Four senators missed the vote. The bill includes a 3.6% pay raise for troops and funds for military families. Democrats opposed it citing the resumption of military conflict with Iran and Trump's failure to seek congressional authorization. Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker called the Democratic move unprecedented. The speaker criticized the lack of bipartisan cooperation and the worsening fiscal situation under Trump's administration, highlighting the uncontrolled deficit and spending.
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