The Democratic majority leaders want the Legislature to return for a special session, but Republicans insist that it be limited to curbing Gov. Janet Mills’ executive powers and responding to virus-related problems.
Maine Democratic Party
‘Full speed ahead’ for Maine’s first election during pandemic
State and local officials say they feel confident Tuesday’s elections will go smoothly, despite a record number of primary voters having filed absentee ballots.
Democratic battle to take on Collins heads to primary vote Tuesday
Maine House Speaker Sara Gideon, the clear favorite, faces two more progressive candidates: lobbyist Betsy Sweet and attorney Bre Kidman.
Sara Gideon, Republicans trade advertising jabs over allegations against ex-lawmaker
In an unusual response, the U.S. Senate campaign of Sara Gideon denounces claims that she did little as Maine House speaker when a Democratic lawmaker was accused of sexual misconduct.
Party voters to choose nominees in 34 State House races
Republican voters will have to settle 9 State House primary races on July 14, while Democrats will select 25 nominees, including 7 races with 3 candidates each.
Democrats take lead in voter registrations in Maine
The Maine Democratic Party has added more than 40,000 new voters to its ranks since 2016 and now have a more than 90,000-voter edge over their Republican rivals.
Sanders turns in signatures for Maine presidential primary in March
The presidential campaign of Bernie Sanders announced Monday that it had submitted 2,800 signatures of Maine voters to put the Vermont senator on the Democratic primary ballot in Maine.
Jared Golden, in the middle on impeachment, frustrating both sides
The first-term Democrat from District 2 will face a Republican-led rally at his Lewiston office this week.
Cory Booker is the next Democratic candidate planning campaign stop in Maine
The U.S. senator from New Jersey is scheduled to visit Portland for a cocktail hour reception and fundraiser on Saturday.
New poll finds support drops for Susan Collins in Maine
The Morning Consult poll found the Republican incumbent had the second-lowest approval rating of any senator, while Sen. Angus King was the most-liked senator.