Republican Cathleen Manchester was the winner in Tuesday’s recount, but with nine ballots in dispute and seven missing, Democrat Catherine Breen challenged the results.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Politics, Senate
Thibodeau remains Senate District 11 winner following recount
In recount results announced Monday, Senate President-elect Thibodeau beat Democrat Jonathan Fulford by 135 votes.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Politics, Senate
Fulford concedes Waldo County state Senate seat following recount
Democrat Jonathan Fulford originally requested a recount in the Waldo County state Senate race after Republican Michael Thibodeau narrowly won.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Democrats push for Cain vs. Poliquin 2016 rematch in Maine’s 2nd District
But Emily Cain could face a primary challenge from Skowhegan four-term Rep. Jeff McCabe.
Posted inHouse, Maine, Politics, Senate
Maine’s lawmakers learn the ropes at State House
Filing bills, committee duties and security measures were part of the training held on Thursday in Augusta.
Posted inHouse, Maine, Politics, Senate
Democrats stick with State House leaders from previous Legislature
Mark Eves was chosen as House speaker, while Justin Alfond will lead the party in the GOP-controlled Senate.
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Ranked-choice voting advocates gathered 36,000 signatures on Election Day
The one-day total is more than half of what is needed to force a statewide referendum on a new voting system.
Posted inMaine, Maine Governor's race, News, Politics
Greene showed support for LePage’s straight talk at the polls
Paying off bills and clamping down on welfare fraud appeal to voters in this rural town just east of Lewiston.
Posted inMaine, Maine Governor's race, News, Politics
Hallowell’s support for Michaud reflects its makeup
Residents say their city backed the congressman because it is progressive and gay-friendly and filled with rife with artista, musicians and political insiders.
Posted inElections 2014, Maine, News, Politics
What kind of a congressman will Maine’s Bruce Poliquin be?
The Republican from Maine’s 2nd District has moderated his approach after saying in 2012 that he loves to “argue with liberals.”