Q-POINT
Q-Point Podcast, hosted by Corenna and David Quirk, is a nonpartisan platform for candid conversations with policymakers, public officials, and changemakers shaping Maine and the nation. We go beyond the headlines, diving deep into policy discussions, current events, personal journeys, proposed legislation, and leadership philosophies. From community leaders to government officials and business executives, our guests share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the issues that matter most.
Guests have included former Maine Governor Paul LePage, Congressman Jared Golden, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, and Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows as well as several Gubernatorial and Congressional Candidates - to name a few. Focused on substance over soundbites, Q‑Point explores the real-world impact of legislative decisions, oversight, and public policy.
Broadcast statewide weekend mornings on VOM Radio (101.3, 103.9, or stream from anywhere on the VOM App). Available anytime at QPointPodcast.com or on all major streaming platforms.
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“Affordability. Affordability. Affordability.” — LePage on What Voters Across Maine’s Second Congressional District Are Saying Most - Part ONE
“Affordability. Affordability. Affordability.” — LePage on What Voters Across Maine’s Second Congressional District Are Saying Most
In Part One of this in-studio conversation, former Maine Governor and Republican candidate for Maine’s Second Congressional District Paul LePage returns to Q-Point to discuss what he says voters across the district are telling him most consistently: the rising cost of living is overwhelming families, workers, and small businesses. From energy and food to insurance and housing, LePage argues affordability has become the defining issue in every corner of Maine — from Lewiston to Fort Kent to Washington County.
LePage addresses the impact of lumber tariffs on Maine’s forest economy, explains cross-border lobster processing with Canada, and details his concerns over how funds were distributed following the Lewiston mass shooting. He describes efforts he led to raise and distribute money directly to victims’ families and first responders, and why he believes greater transparency and accountability are needed.
The conversation expands to Maine’s soaring electricity costs, deregulation, solar subsidies, regional nuclear power, and the role of both state and federal policy in driving energy prices higher. LePage outlines his views on immigration enforcement, drug trafficking, and border security, including support for designating Maine as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area. He also weighs in on small business pressures, the Family Leave Act, workforce challenges, student loan debt, healthcare costs, education policy, foster care, public safety, and the proper role of government.
This episode captures LePage’s unfiltered perspective on Maine’s economic pressures, public policy failures, and what he believes must change — setting the stage for a deeper continuation in Part Two.
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The views and opinions expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily represent those of the hosts, Q-Point Podcast associates, or affiliates.
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of the information presented is made by your use. The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility. Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission. The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein.
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