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Gov. Mills pushes the power of poems – and writes them, too

Por: Portland Press Herald Nation February 13, 2023

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Gov. Janet Mills speaks with a visitor in her office at the State House on Jan. 17 in Augusta. Mills, who frequently writes poetry, said she remains convinced that poetry and the arts are essential to being well-rounded and understanding the world. Robert F. Bukaty/Associated Press AUGUSTA — Many Mainers know Democratic Gov. Janet Mills as a level-headed leader, a pragmatic politician or even a former tough-minded prosecutor. But there’s... + full article



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