Social media accounts: Facebook- Marcus Emerson for Augusta: www.electmarcusemerson.com

Occupation: Full-time volunteer, Registered Maine Guide

Education:
United States Marine Corps, Central Texas University

Community Organizations: Volunteer with Bread of Life Soup Kitchen, Augusta; secretary/treasurer, Augusta Republican Committee

Personal information (hobbies, etc.): After a 20-year military career, I worked for the state of Maine for 2.5 years. I then started a Registered Maine Guide business to help veterans/individuals with PTSD utilizing holistic methods. For the last two years I have been volunteering here in Augusta to continue my life of service to the people.

Family status: Proud father

Years in the Legislature: None

Committee assignments (if elected): I would like to help with the following: Labor and Housing, Veterans and Legal Affairs, Education and Cultural Affairs

Q&A

1) Define what “success” would look like if you are elected to serve your district.
-More Affordable Housing
-Lower Taxes/realign what is being spent now
-Lower Energy Costs/ renewable energy Maine style/ become an exporter of such
-Reinvigorate Education/ test scores have dropped over the last decade
-Prioritize Public Safety/ people in many places done feel safe anymore

2) Name one issue the Legislature handled last session. Explain why you agree or disagree with the final outcome.
Energy Policy: Taxpayer money should not be subsidizing current favored industries. Many taxpayers do not even realize it is happening and are outraged when they find out.

OPPONENT: David Rollins, D-Augusta