Incumbent Bruce Poliquin and Jared Golden are neck and neck in the polls.
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Rep. Poliquin co-sponsors bill to cut $7 billion from federal Child Health Insurance Program
The Republican, who represents the 2nd District, cites a report that says the cuts save money and would not affect enrollment, but critics say it sends a misguided message about the government’s priorities.
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Ad touting national monument appears to advocate for candidate Lucas St. Clair
Some of his Democratic opponents in the 2nd District congressional race say he should refuse help from unnamed outside groups.
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Democrat suspends his campaign in 2nd District race against Poliquin
Jonathan Fulford, a Monroe builder, cites personal reasons for the decision but does not elaborate.
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Poliquin maintains lead over Democratic challengers in campaign fundraising
Collectively, the Republican’s Democratic challengers raised $550K, while Poliquin raised $440K.
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In Maine elections, big spenders weren’t always big winners
Tens of millions of dollars backed Maine candidates and causes, but in some cases, message and broader context mattered more.
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Emily Cain to get financial boost from Hillary Clinton
Nearly $250,000 is being offered to the Democratic candidate in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Money continues to flow into costly 2nd District race
Democrat Emily Cain raises a record $1.1 million in the second quarter, but incumbent Bruce Poliquin leads overall.
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Bruce Poliquin targeted in new $500,000 ad buy from veterans’ group
The ad, released Wednesday, is part of a $9 million campaign by VoteVets to target Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and other political candidates.
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Poliquin plans to give away Wells Fargo campaign donation
Democrats dismiss the Republican’s move as a political stunt.