Linn has been ruled out of the June 12 Republican primary because he didn’t collect enough valid voter signatures, but roadside signs that hail him as ‘Trump strong’ are still going up.
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State lawmaker submits enough signatures to challenge Rep. Pingree
Independent Rep. Marty Grohman of Biddeford, a former Democrat, will look to win the 1st Congressional District seat.
With Republican gubernatorial candidates unified on policy, vote will turn on personality
All four contenders agree on a lot, so voters must decide whether to choose a LePage ‘heir’ or a more moderate choice.
Councilor, social worker vying to represent Old Orchard Beach
The two Democrats will compete for the nomination to fill the seat being vacated by Rep. George Hogan.
Ethics staff: Democratic gubernatorial candidate Diane Russell broke campaign finance rules
The former Portland lawmaker didn’t give enough details on how she spent money and failed to disclose that she paid campaign funds to a member of her household.
Women get milestone wins in Georgia, Texas Democratic primaries
They are among a record number of women seeking office in 2018, from governorships to the House and Senate.
Republicans’ court filing takes aim at ranked-choice voting
The filing says the election method ‘strikes at the heart of the party’s right’ to free association.
Seven Democrats see similar path toward Blaine House
The candidates mostly agree about the kind of governor Maine needs, but each hopes to emerge as the one who will get things done.
Maine Democrats to descend on Lewiston for state convention starting Friday
The party will choose from multiple candidates in the June 12 primary for governor and the state’s 2nd U.S. Congressional District.
State’s animated video offers primer on ranked-choice voting in closely watched elections
The 5-minute animated video from Secretary of State Matt Dunlap’s office walks would-be voters through filling out the ballots and how they are tabulated.