“It’s the Most Mysterious of All Voting Methods, and People Don’t Trust It.”

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Q Point Podcast, Maine Assistant House Minority Leader Katrina Smith returns to the studio for an in-depth discussion on key legislation and issues shaping Maine's political landscape.She shares her concerns about LD 1971, a bill limiting local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration authorities, and calls ranked choice voting “the most mysterious of all voting methods.” Smith also discusses tax increases in the new $11.6 billion state budget, including new real estate transfer taxes and streaming service fees, and what she sees as an increasing burden on working Mainers.The conversation covers the recent state audit findings, her own bill on age verification for online content, changes to Death with Dignity laws, and legislation affecting mobile home parks. Smith also pulls back the curtain on what a typical day looks like inside the State House and outlines her efforts to recruit new candidates ahead of the 2026 elections.Available at QPointPodcast.com or on your favorite streaming platform. Now airing weekends on VOM, the Voice of Maine. Listen on 101.3FM, 103.9FM, or stream from anywhere on the VOM app.Ask ChatGPTSupport the showThis 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.