I’m writing to pass along the perspective of an ordinary person about the direction that our state and country might take. I have never held office but did have a career in public service. As public servants, we answered to everyone who counted on us to protect them, keep them safe and make their lives […]
governor’s race 2026
Compassionate, pragmatic Pingree the right choice for governor | Letter
Maine faces a lot of problems: the skyrocketing costs of food, utilities and gas, affordable housing, costly healthcare, enough skilled employees, few affordable childcare options and many worries about what this administration is doing to our rights, the environment and democracy. Hannah Pingree is a lifelong Mainer who has addressed the serious impacts that the […]
Hannah Pingree is ready to hit the ground running as Maine’s next governor | Gov. Janet T. Mills
The former speaker of the Maine House was the right pick for me seven years ago. She’s the right pick to succeed me in the Blaine House today.
Jonathan Bush will offer Mainers long-term economic relief | Letter
As a retired veteran living in Harpswell, I know what it means to live on a fixed income in a state where costs keep climbing faster than many workers and retirees can keep up with. That’s why Jonathan Bush’s campaign for governor captured my attention. He’s the right candidate to fix the problems that are […]
In Maine governor’s race, connection is preferable to cronyism | Letter
Shenna Bellows, Troy Jackson and Hannah Pingree’s plan to rank each other has soured me on their respective candidacies.
Troy is tops for Maine. Bellows and Shah would be great, too. | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
A really great field of Democratic gubernatorial candidates makes for a challenging choice.
National donors are backing Garrett Mason for governor. Will Republican voters?
The only former lawmaker in the Republican primary is pitching himself as the experienced candidate in a field of political outsiders.
Garrett Mason is the governor Maine needs | Letter
As a recent college graduate beginning my career, I think a lot about my future in Maine and what my generation will inherit. I believe Garrett Mason once felt, and still does feel, the same way. What I appreciate about Mason is that he represents a new generation of conservative leadership. At 40 years old, […]
Unenrolled voters, voters of color: Hannah Pingree sees us | Opinion
Let’s support a candidate who, if elected governor, will lead all of Maine with humility and strength.
Angus King III is running for governor on his resume, not his name. Will it work in 2026?
King, the son of Maine’s junior U.S. senator, has not sought elected office before, but his political experience and connections run deep.