Robert Wessels is staying in the race but is also serving as what the Bush campaign called one of its ‘grassroots chairs’ focused on the northern half of Maine.
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National Democrats pour $9M into Maine governor’s race
Pine Tree State Prosperity, which is affiliated with the Democratic Governors Association, is planning to spend the money on ads closer to the general election.
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Graham Platner raised $1.5 million in week after Janet Mills ended her Senate campaign
The political newcomer’s haul is his best week of fundraising yet.
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Maine ethics commission to seek legal opinion on campaign tactic by Democratic governor hopefuls
The commission indicated it likely won’t pursue any action against Nirav Shah, Hannah Pingree or Troy Jackson, but will look to issue guidance on the risks that come with ‘red boxing.’
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‘I think he might be in bed’: Maine Republican governor candidates attack Bobby Charles for skipping debate
Six of the 7 candidates in the Republican primary appeared at a debate hosted by WMTW Tuesday night.
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Could the Maine budget be overturned in a people’s veto?
The Maine Department of the Secretary of State released language Tuesday for a proposed ballot question seeking to overturn the supplemental budget, but the applicant behind the effort said he is no longer pursuing it.
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In race between Susan Collins and Graham Platner, where do moderates turn?
Some supporters of Janet Mills are slow to warm to the near-certain Democratic nominee for Senate.
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Here’s what Graham Platner says Lewiston needs to thrive
The U.S. Senate candidate called for more federal government investment in local communities.
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4 Republican candidates will face off in June 9 primary for Franklin County commissioner
Each of the terms for District 4 and District 5 will be 4 years.
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National Democrats back Joe Baldacci in 2nd Congressional District
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is throwing its support behind Baldacci in the crowded primary, the winner of which will face former Gov. Paul LePage.