2018 Elections Coverage
On Nov. 6, 2018, Maine citizens will head to the polls to vote in one of the most hotly contested midterm elections in recent history. During October, the newsroom is examining both U.S. House campaigns, the gubernatorial race and state legislative elections.
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Terry Hayes: The Unlikely Renegade
Tired of the deteriorating state of civility in Maine, Terry Hayes believes her independent candidacy for governor will resonate with voters.
Janet Mills: The Rebel With a Cause
Janet Mills believes family legacy and a career in law have prepared her to become Maine’s first female governor.
Shawn Moody: The common-sense political novice
Having never held public office, Shawn Moody brings common-sense business ideals to his campaign for the Blaine House.
And then there were three – Caron exits governor’s race
Alan Caron decided to quit the race weeks ago but strategically stayed in it so that he could garner more attention when he ultimately endorsed Janet Mills.
Called to action: More women run for political office amid frustrations
Fed up with a lack of civility in modern politics, more women in Maine are running for state office than ever before.
Former English instructor surprised by political calling
As the first candidate running as a member of the Maine Socialist Party, Maia Dendinger believes Mainers are being limited by the current two-party system.
Lobsterwoman/principal: Vulnerable communities need better leaders
Kylie Bragdon won’t object to being called driven – it’s quite obvious that she is. Bragdon is a principal, a lobsterwoman and she just completed her doctorate at the University in New England. Now she’s running for a seat in Maine state House.
Environmentalist looks to clean up Maine’s referendum process
A self-identifying moderate Republican, Cathy Nichols said she was motivated to run for the Maine state Senate to be a “voice of our silent majority.”
From Ohio chicken farm to running for the Maine Senate
Fed up with a lack of action or accountability in Augusta, Bev Uhlenhake decided to run for Maine state Senate.
For Rumford grandmother, it’s just time for her to serve
Republican Josanne Dolloff is for running for the Maine Legislature to improve her state and ensure her daughters and grandchildren remain close to home.
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