The independent says he’ll have enough to win despite heavy spending already and built-in donor handicaps.
Steve Mistler
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Turnout gap in 2nd District shows party is energized, Maine Republicans say
The difference bodes well for November, they predict, but Democrats say the governor’s race will pump up their numbers.
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National Organization for Marriage targets gay-marriage advocates with ethics complaints
The organization was found to have violated Maine election law during a 2009 referendum. It now alleges that opponents did the same.
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Michaud proposes anti-fraud plan
The Democrat’s rivals for governor say the mechanisms for welfare oversight already exist.
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LePage, Democrats to discuss plagiarized Alexander Group study
They will discuss the next steps for the $925,000 contract given to the Alexander Group.
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Election officials won’t investigate Cumberland County sheriff’s race
Sheriff Kevin Joyce alleged that his primary opponent Michael Edes coordinated with a political action committee that has spent $100,000 to influence the race.
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Maine’s first virtual school nearly 50% short on enrollment, gets extension
The charter commission gives Connections Academy until July 15 to sign up at least 116 more students or it may not open in the fall.
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Maine’s welfare consultant uninvited to congressional poverty hearing
Gary Alexander, who the state is paying $925,000 to evaluate its welfare system, has been under siege following revelations of plagiarism in his latest report.
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Maine Rep. Mike Michaud maintains lead in gubernatorial money race
However, Gov. Paul LePage has nearly as much cash on hand as his Democratic challenger.
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LePage appoints acting finance chief
Richard Rosen, a former state senator, replaces Sawin Millett, who will retire on May 31.