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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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: I protested Florida’s 2000 recount. Today, Trump supporters are way out of line
The ‘Brooks Brothers Riot’ was about making sure every vote counted. Today’s protesters are trying to thwart accurate vote counting.
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Posted inElection 2020, Local & State, Local Elections, Politics
This election shattered Maine records for voter participation
The previous record was set during the last presidential election, in 2016.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Ranked-choice voting decided three municipal elections
Aside from an error with the unofficial results that did not change the outcome of any races, Portland City Clerk Kathy Jones is pleased with the Nov. 3 election process.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
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.
Posted inElection 2020, Local & State, News, Politics
What lies ahead for Maine vote counting?
Polls closed Tuesday night, and towns that haven’t finished counting ballots have two days to get the job done.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
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.
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State, Local Elections, Nation & World, News, Politics, Uncategorized
Election results may be slow to arrive in key races
Ranked-choice voting, an expected high turnout, record absentee voting and potential disruptions at the polls could produce delays in declaring winners, especially in top races.
Posted inElection 2020, Elections, Local & State, News, Politics
Nearly half of registered Mainers have voted, and absentee ballots keep pouring in
More than 477,000 absentee ballots had been received – by mail, drop box or in-person voting – as of Friday afternoon as a record number of Mainers use the process during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inTimes Record
Harpswell Aging at Home offers seniors free transportation on Election Day
Transportation to the polls, either on Election Day or to vote early, is free and provided by People Plus volunteers.