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A crowded field emerges in race to replace Maine’s secretary of state

by Scott Thistle November 16, 2020November 17, 2020

Six Democrats who hope to replace outgoing Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap will participate in a public forum Tuesday night.

Maine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Panel’s suggested reforms address inequity of inadequate voting access

by Roger Bowen November 15, 2020November 14, 2020

The cusp of a new administration is a good time to revisit institutions that weaken democracy in the 21st century.

Election 2020, Elections, Local & State, Local Elections, News, Politics

Recounts in Maine House races rescheduled after COVID-19 case

by Scott Thistle November 12, 2020November 12, 2020

The state has rescheduled recounts in two legislative elections after a state employee tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the state to temporarily close office space.

Maine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Democracy rests on poll workers’ slightly stooped shoulders

by Beth Bussiere November 10, 2020November 9, 2020

When the integrity of an electoral count is questioned, these are the people who are being called dishonest. This takes me aback, because poll workers are cautious.

Election 2020, Nation & World, Politics

After Biden win, Mitch McConnell says it’s OK for Trump to fight election outcome

by LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

The Republican Senate leader says the process will play out and ‘reach its conclusion.’

Election 2020, Elections, Local & State, Local Elections, Nation & World, News, Politics

Voting changes made for pandemic are likely to stay in Maine

by Scott Thistle November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

Several innovations aimed at improving the absentee voting process are expected to remain in place for future elections, although some may require legislative action.

Election 2020, Elections, Nation & World, Politics

The Latest: Biden’s lead grows in battleground Pennsylvania

by News Service Reports November 6, 2020November 6, 2020

The latest election-related news from around the country.

Election 2020, Elections, Nation & World, News, Politics

‘We’re going to win this race’: Biden calls for unity as he looks ahead to the presidency

by JONATHAN LEMIRE, ZEKE MILLER, JILL COLVIN and WILL WEISSERT November 6, 2020November 7, 2020

A confident Joe Biden addressed the nation Friday night, as the latest numbers showed him with growing leads in the key states of Pennsylvania, Nevada and Georgia.