A statewide coalition that includes the Maine Medical Association, AARP and Maine ALF-CIO will announce Monday opposition to Question 1 on the Nov. 4 ballot, according to the campaign.

Question 1 asks voters to repeal taxes on beer, wine, soda and other flavored drinks. The taxes were approved earlier this year by the Legislature and are designed to support the state's Dirigo Health program.

"It is time for Maine voters to realize what Question 1 is really about," said Gordon Smith of the Maine Medical Association. "This is about health coverage for Maine's children and hard working adults."

The coalition of more than 30 groups will announce their opposition at press events in Bangor and Portland. They will also unveil their first television ad.