One survey shows political newcomer Graham Platner leading both Gov. Janet Mills and Sen. Susan Collins, while another projects that Collins would easily beat Platner in the 2026 general election.
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Angus King gets heat from Democrats for role in ending the federal shutdown
Maine’s junior senator and former two-term governor, who often polls as the state’s most popular politician, is in an unfamiliar spot.
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Which other Democrats might get in Maine’s 2nd District race?
One new candidate, Jordan Wood, has already announced a 2nd District run since U.S. Rep. Jared Golden dropped out of the race last week. State Sen. Joe Baldacci of Bangor confirmed he’s considering a run, too.
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Recount confirms Ramona Thieme as Brunswick Council winner
The newcomer won the District 6 Town Council race over incumbent Nathaniel Shed by 2 votes, according to results of a hand count on Wednesday.
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Kennebunk senator will not seek reelection in 2026
Joe Rafferty endorses Rep. Daniel Sayre, who announces he will run for the District 34 seat.
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If society collapses, Maine isn’t a bad place to be | Column
Our resourceful, community-minded and highly skilled residents step up in times of need, whether there are zombies or not.
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Maine Senate candidate Jordan Wood dropping out to run for 2nd District seat
Wood said he made the decision after learning Rep. Jared Golden won’t seek reelection, and said he believes the resources of his campaign would be better spent in the 2nd District.
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Angus King’s son won’t join chorus of Democratic candidates criticizing shutdown compromise
While many Maine Democrats have been forceful in opposing the plan the independent senator helped negotiate, his son, Angus King III, a 2026 candidate for governor, issued a milder statement saying he has ‘had enough’ of the shutdown.
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Bill to end shutdown would sweep popular THC drinks from Maine shelves
Federal lawmakers are attempting to close the so-called ‘hemp loophole’ that allows some THC-infused products to be sold at convenience stores and restaurants.
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What Democratic wins last week tell us about Maine’s U.S. Senate race
Progressives and moderates both have cases to make as they battle for the party’s identity.