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"It Doesn’t Have to Be Like This" – Ben Midgley’s Plan to Turn Maine’s Economy, Energy Costs, and Business Climate Around - Part ONE
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In Part One, Republican gubernatorial candidate Ben Midgley draws from his decades of business leadership — including co-founding Crunch Fitness and growing it to over 500 clubs, more than 3 million members, and 15,000 jobs nationwide — to outline a vision for revitalizing Maine’s economy. He discusses strategies to lower the cost of living, reduce energy costs, attract new businesses, and strengthen the state’s workforce. Midgley shares his views on balancing the budget, supporting rural communities, and building infrastructure that can sustain long-term growth. He also reflects on how his national business experience shapes his approach to problem-solving and leadership in public office.
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Chapters
1. "It Doesn’t Have to Be Like This" – Ben Midgley’s Plan to Turn Maine’s Economy, Energy Costs, and Business Climate Around - Part ONE (00:00:00)
2. Launching a Bid for Governor (00:00:35)
3. From Humble Beginnings to the American Dream (00:01:14)
4. What’s Driving His Candidacy (00:04:51)
5. Tackling Maine’s Property Tax Burden (00:07:58)
6. The Crisis in Maine’s Healthcare System (00:12:17)
7. Energy Costs and Policies (00:15:24)
8. Attracting and Growing Businesses in Maine (00:19:20)
9. Fixing What’s Broken in Our Schools (00:22:04)
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