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Absentee voting

Published
February 1, 2021

Bill to give Maine clerks more time to process absentee ballots is opposed by some Republicans

The measure would give town clerks more time to process absentee ballots, but vote counting would still not begin until Election Day.
Published
January 5, 2021

Maine lawmakers seek more than a dozen changes to state election laws

Lawmakers from both parties are proposing reforms that could change the way Maine votes, including modifications made in 2020 to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Published
January 5, 2021

Maine Voices: Our state has far to go to live up to voter-friendly reputation

Innovation is lagging, common-sense laws seen elsewhere are not in place here, and too many municipalities don’t enforce the inclusive statutes that Maine has.
Published
November 9, 2020

Voting changes made for pandemic are likely to stay in Maine

Several innovations aimed at improving the absentee voting process are expected to remain in place for future elections, although some may require legislative action.
Published
November 6, 2020

Our View: Maine should keep making its elections better

The state had a relatively problem-free vote Tuesday, and likely another record turnout, but there are still ways to improve the way we cast ballots.

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Published
November 5, 2020

This election shattered Maine records for voter participation

The previous record was set during the last presidential election, in 2016.
Published
November 4, 2020

Our View: Maine voters make sure their voices are heard

Long lines are seen at the polls up and down the state Tuesday, even after record absentee voting.
Published
November 3, 2020

Commentary: Legal fights, frustration and tears for blind voters

The technology exists for people with visual disabilities to vote electronically from home, but the ability to do so differs from one state to the next. Maine just started offering the option.
Published
October 29, 2020

Guns, signs and political attire: What’s allowed and what’s not when voting in Maine?

State and federal laws regulate what's allowed inside and outside polling places in Maine. From firearms to clothing with political messages, here's what you can expect if you want to vote in person on Election Day.
Published
October 28, 2020

Maine election clerks begin processing flood of absentee ballots

Clerks can remove ballots from envelopes and run them through optical scanning machines, but the votes can't be tallied until the polls close next Tuesday.