Since 2004, voters have approved 14 citizen-led efforts and rejected 15. Two more are on the ballot next week.
Elections
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
5 things Maine residents should know about the referendums on Tuesday’s ballot
Here’s a recap of the proposals to require photo ID and make changes to absentee voting, and to put in place a red flag law.
advertisement
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Graham Platner’s finance director resigns, citing differences in ‘professional standards’
Ronald Holmes’ departure is the latest in a string of controversies and staff turnover for U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner’s campaign.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Question 1 would limit access for Indigenous voters in Maine, Wabanaki advocates say
The ballot measure would not allow for use of tribal IDs when voting, creating ‘incongruency’ in the law, according to Maine’s secretary of state.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Maine could be asked to vote on health care for all in 2026
A proposal by Rep. Grayson Lookner, D-Portland, for a citizens’ initiative would direct Maine lawmakers to establish a system to provide publicly funded health care for all residents.
Posted inElections, Fact Brief, Local & State, News, Politics
Is it against Maine law to take down political signs? | Fact brief
Maine limits the length of time that temporary signs may legally be displayed.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Opponents of Maine voter ID referendum spending big as election nears
Save Maine Absentee Voting, the leading group against Question 1, has spent nearly $1 million this month alone.
Posted inElections, Local & State, Nation & World, News, Politics
Graham Platner’s campaign manager steps down, cites wife’s pregnancy
Although unrelated to recent controversies, Kevin Brown’s departure is the latest shake-up for the political newcomer’s insurgent bid for U.S. Senate.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Long-shot Democratic U.S. Senate candidate drops out, endorses Janet Mills
Daira Smith-Rodriguez, of Biddeford, entered the race a month ago but failed to get any traction among a crowded field.
Posted inElections, Local & State
Meet the candidates running for 2 Winslow Town Council spots
Lee Trahan is running for reelection, and four others are joining the race to fill two at-large seats on the council.