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Q-POINT
Q-Point Podcast, hosted by Corenna and David Quirk, is a nonpartisan platform for candid conversations with policymakers, public officials, business leaders, and changemakers shaping Maine and the nation.
The show goes beyond the headlines, diving deep into policy discussions, current events, personal journeys, proposed legislation, leadership philosophies, and the issues impacting communities across Maine and beyond.
Guests have included U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Congressman Jared Golden, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, former Maine Governor Paul LePage, former Congressman Bruce Poliquin, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey, Maine State Auditor Matthew Dunlap, Senate Minority Leader Trey Stewart, Penobscot County Sheriff Troy Morton, Penobscot County Assistant District Attorney Chelsea Lynds, Maine State Chamber President & CEO Patrick Woodcock, and numerous gubernatorial, congressional, and legislative candidates.
Focused on substance over soundbites, Q-Point Podcast explores the real-world impact of public policy, government oversight, economic issues, and leadership decisions through long-form conversations designed to inform, challenge, and engage listeners.
📻 Broadcast weekends on The Voice of Maine (VOM) — 101.3 FM, 103.9 FM, and the VOM App.
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Prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
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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. This podcast does not endorse candidates nor should any episode be considered an endorsement.
Q-POINT
“It Was Transportation’s Money To Begin With” — Bishop on Maine’s Highway Funding
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🎙️ Q-Point | Maine State Representative Steve Bishop
“It Was Transportation’s Money To Begin With”
— Questions Over Maine’s Highway Funding
Maine State Representative Steve Bishop joined Corenna and David Quirk for a wide-ranging conversation about state and local issues affecting communities, taxpayers, businesses, and property owners across Maine.
Bishop discusses rising state valuations and property taxes, including questions surrounding municipal spending and revenue sharing. He also takes a closer look at Maine’s transportation funding, the recent funding shortfall, LD 1804, motor vehicle sales tax revenue, and his concerns about how money moves between the Highway Fund and General Fund.
The conversation also covers Maine’s so-called millionaire tax and its potential impact on businesses, LD 1457 and work-zone safety, the debate over speed-enforcement cameras, Flock cameras and privacy concerns, and the new law affecting oversized ATVs on Maine trails. Bishop emphasizes private property rights, explains why he believes “one size does not fit all” when it comes to Maine’s trail system, and says the ATV law will need to be revisited.
Bishop also shares his perspective as a small-business owner serving in the Legislature, the increasing costs facing Maine businesses, his approach to representing District 17, and a community effort underway to address the aging public pool in Bucksport.
📻 Airs weekends on The Voice of Maine and WLOB News Talk Portland.
Q-Point Podcast invites guests and candidates from all parties to join the conversation. The views, information, opinions, and comments expressed during this program do not necessarily represent those of the hosts, Q-Point Podcast, associates, or affiliates.
This episode was pre-recorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
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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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