Democrats fear Republicans will use the tactic to suppress voting, but Republicans say both parties will be observing.
Steve Mistler
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Maine U.S. Senate candidates engage in feisty TV debate
But it occurred amid reports that national groups are withdrawing from Maine, signaling their belief Maine’s race might be over.
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US Senate campaigns wage battle via news outlets’ online comments
The Sept. 18 email from an Angus King campaign staffer to the interns was marked urgent. “Take action!!” was stripped across the top in a bold font.
Posted inPolitics, Senate
When King is criticized online, staff returns fire
Internal emails show campaign volunteers often post countering comments using a screen alias, and experts say that’s not uncommon.
Posted inNews, Politics
Snowe appears in ad backing state senate candidate
Maine U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe has a history of campaigning with down-ticket candidates, but this year she’s going the extra mile.
Posted inNews, Politics
Romney Super PAC buys TV ads in Maine
The ad buy shows that Maine’s 2nd District could be a factor in the tight presidential race.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Tight race bringing Obama back to New Hampshire
The president’s campaign stop in Nashua will mark his sixth visit to the Granite State this year.
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Top Maine political donors betting on Democrats
Mainers have contributed $8.5 million for federal elections, with 20 percent coming from 10 individuals.
Posted inNews
Maine’s political donations at $8.5 million
Mainers have donated more than $8.5 million to federal candidates and political committees this election cycle. Individual donors number in the thousands, but a select few are spending more than most.
Posted inNews, Politics
Obama campaigns for N.H. votes
The president paints his opponent as a slick huckster whose policies are void of details.