The three chief Democratic contenders are all positioning themselves as more progressive than U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, who is not seeking reelection to the 2nd-District seat representing Maine in the House of Representatives.
Rep. Jared Golden
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House votes to nullify Trump order and restore bargaining rights for federal workers
The legislation co-sponsored by Rep. Jared Golden of Maine passed on a 231-195 vote after reaching the floor on a bipartisan maneuver that bypassed GOP leadership.
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Army veteran from East Machias enters race for Jared Golden’s seat in 2nd District
James Clark is seeking to challenge former Gov. Paul LePage for the Republican nomination.
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Rep. Jared Golden forces vote to reverse Trump’s attack on federal unions
Maine’s 2nd District congressman secured enough signatures to force a floor vote on his bipartisan bill, first introduced in April in response to an executive order ending collective bargaining rights for 1 million federal workers.
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Did Mike Michaud win his 2nd District elections by larger margins than Jared Golden? | Fact brief
Political scientists say the 2nd Congressional District has shifted to the right in recent years amid broader polarization across the U.S.
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Rep. Jared Golden steps up to step back | Editorial
It takes especially punishing circumstances to make a very dedicated and capable congressman dread reelection — and to act on that feeling.
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Maine voters surprised by Golden’s decision not to seek reelection
Residents of Maine’s 2nd Congressional District say they are sympathetic to the congressman’s concerns about increasing incivility and political violence.
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Jared Golden’s exit is an indictment of today’s politics | Steve Collins
Despite being faced with uncommon challenges, Maine’s departing congressman never lost the common touch.
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King, Pingree criticize Trump’s demolition of East Wing to make way for ballroom
Rep. Jared Golden said he is not opposed to a ballroom but also raised concerns about the demolition process, while Sen. Susan Collins said she has not seen the plans that have been questioned by historic preservation groups.
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Jared Golden urges Maine voters to reject voter ID referendum
The state’s 2nd District congressman called Question 1 a ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing.’