The Cumberland County town is one of many small Maine communities that Republicans could count on for votes – until Tuesday.
Election 2022
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State Supreme Court wins shaped by abortion, redistricting
About $97 million was spent on state Supreme Court elections during the 2019-2020 election cycle, according to the Brennan Center.
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Mark Kelly win in Arizona puts Democrats 1 seat from Senate control
Democrats can retain control by winning either the Nevada race, which remains too early to call, or next month’s runoff in Georgia.
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Republicans in Maine Legislature shake up leadership after disappointing election
Senate Democrats, meanwhile, reelected leaders who helped retain the party’s 22-seat majority. House Democrats will select leaders next week.
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In election, support for abortion rights was about much more
Support for abortion rights drove women to the polls in Tuesday’s elections.
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Little by little, the Legislature is becoming more diverse
With the swearing in of newly elected representatives and senators next month, the Maine Legislature will include a total of five members who are Black.
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Norridgewock voters OK land purchase for food pantry
A 2.5-acre parcel near the town’s center is to be purchased for about $100,000 so a food pantry can open, replacing one that closed earlier, according to Town Manager Richard LaBelle.
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Jared Golden claims victory in Maine’s 2nd District
Though some votes are not yet tallied, the Lewiston Democrat said his lead is too large for challengers to overcome
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Democrats buck midterm history to win control of 4 states
Even with Democratic gains, Republicans still will control more states and more total legislative seats.
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LePage’s loss leaves Maine Republicans at a crossroads
The political showdown between Janet Mills and Paul LePage began as a national race to watch. Though it ended with little drama on Election Day, LePage’s defeat could usher in a new era for the state’s Republican Party.