WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) released the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union Address:

“Tonight, I heard the President offer a powerful vision for the future of our country – one born out of optimism and driven by the strength, spirit, and resiliency of the American people. I also heard him call for a better politics, for civility, and for a reasoned debate that rises to meet the seriousness of the issues before us. I agree. And in the final year of his presidency, I hope he will lead by example and more deeply engage – not sideline – Congress to advance the work of the American people.

“Because, as we head into this year, there is no doubt that we will continue to face difficult challenges – from confronting the ever-present threat of terrorism to fighting the drug epidemic tearing at the fabric of our communities to improving our economy and creating more jobs. But if we can come together – Republicans, Independents, and Democrats alike – to find common-ground, then I am confident we can overcome the partisanship and election year politics to accomplish something meaningful for the American people.”

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