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Angus King

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Angus Stanley King is an American politician serving as the junior United States Senator from Maine since January 3, 2013. A member of the Independent party, King previously held the position of Governor of Maine from January 4, 1995, to January 8, 2003. Throughout his political career, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and renewable energy, often advocating for bipartisan solutions to complex problems. King is known for his moderate stance and willingness to work across party lines.

Quotes by year · 1996–20263,159 total · peak 2023 (518)
1996: 1 quote1997: 1 quote2001: 1 quote2002: 1 quote2004: 1 quote2008: 1 quote2013: 194 quotes2014: 284 quotes2015: 344 quotes2016: 221 quotes2017: 452 quotes2018: 279 quotes2019: 20 quotes2020: 24 quotes2021: 193 quotes2022: 62 quotes2023: 518 quotes2024: 269 quotes2025: 35 quotes2026: 258 quotes
Sep 24, 2026

And while we, as Americans, have had differing views on policy, we all believe that freedom and democracy are at the core of our country’s values.

lankford.senate.gov
Sep 23, 2026

“With both domestic and international supplies running low, a release from the Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve would help ease these prices.”

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“I think somehow we have to get back to the idea that we can have opponents who aren’t enemies,” he added.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“You can now lose your primary, not because of your position on abortion or immigration or trade, but because you’re viewed as not sufficiently hostile to the other side,” he said.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“But I have such respect for Hannah. She has a rare combination of competence, toughness, intellect, and caring.”

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“I’d have to say this year she was my second favorite,” he said.

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 21, 2026

“We’re going to have some challenges, and that’s one of the reasons I’m supporting you, because I think you’re the person to confront them,”

mainemorningstar.com
Sep 11, 2026

It’s not an exaggeration to say that young lives are at stake. Please step in to help.

king.senate.gov
Sep 11, 2026

To cut, delay, and otherwise obstruct these grants is not only unlawful, but also unconscionable in light of the mental health crisis facing our youth.

king.senate.gov
Sep 11, 2026

We insist that the Department honor the statutory funding directives enacted by Congress, resolve the administrative barriers affecting the pipeline of mental health professionals in our nation’s schools, and ensure that students have…

king.senate.gov
Sep 11, 2026

We therefore demand that the Department disburse the funds grantees are contractually owed in a timely manner to ensure local school programs face no further disruption.

king.senate.gov
Sep 9, 2026

By painting a more accurate picture of species health, we can be certain that our fisheries receive the attention they need, improving their sustainability and keeping them healthy for generations to come.

king.senate.gov
Sep 9, 2026

The Fisheries Science Modernization Act would provide the NOAA with the advanced tools necessary to conduct more comprehensive surveys of our fisheries.

king.senate.gov
Sep 9, 2026

Fisheries have long been an essential part of Maine’s economy and culture, and their enduring prominence depends upon their sustainability.

king.senate.gov
Sep 8, 2026

We have seen the tragic consequences that result when these blast overpressure symptoms go unnoticed or untreated, and it’s work like this that will make the difference, improve the health of our service members, and likely save lives.

king.senate.gov
Sep 8, 2026

Thanks to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) survey, we now have more information and metrics to track progress in addressing this invisible danger that has been lurking for years.

king.senate.gov
Sep 3, 2026

This update from ICE is a hollow promise since ICE announced weeks ago that they have no intention of making body-worn camera footage public if it does not show them in a favorable light. So unless and until there is a change of policy and…

king.senate.gov
Sep 1, 2026

Unless and until there is a change of policy and leadership, today's news simply means that there is more expensively-equipped lawlessness on our streets rather than responsible, legitimate law enforcement.

npr.org
Sep 1, 2026

For years, we’ve known that Social Security faces serious long-term financial challenges, yet Congress has repeatedly chosen to look the other way.

cassidy.senate.gov
Sep 1, 2026

For years I have said that you cannot fix a problem unless you can measure it.

king.senate.gov
Aug 30, 2026

I'm going to say that you have committed to me that this investigation will be full, fair and transparent. Can I say that? He said, “Yes, absolutely.”

king.senate.gov
Aug 29, 2026

From the rocky coasts of Acadia to the breathtaking canyons of Zion, America’s national parks hold some of our nation’s most treasured landscapes and inspire people from around the world by the majesty and vision of America’s best idea,

dailymontanan.com
Aug 27, 2026

Supply shortages and unjustified extended deployments also have a real impact on our ability to recruit and retain our servicemembers.

king.senate.gov
Aug 27, 2026

Military families and the American people deserve answers about when our heroes will come home and how DoD plans to restore military readiness that has been drained by this war.

king.senate.gov

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