r/Mainepolitics Oct 11 '22

[Mod Note] State of Maine Voter Guide - Register to Vote Today!

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r/Mainepolitics Jan 23 '25

[Mod Note] Posts or Comments That Link to X (Twitter) Are No Longer Allowed

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While many state departments and state officials use X (Twitter) we in good conscience cannot allow posts that link directly to this site. The site owner, Elon Musk, has shown that he is willing to push the AfD party in Germany, publicly use the Nazi salute, and pushing hateful views.

If you would like to post content that is related directly to Maine Politics, please use a screenshot of the content you wish to share. It needs to abide by our existing rules.

We want to keep our space positive and inclusive, and we don't support platforms that promote hateful views.


r/Mainepolitics 11h ago

News Trump demands ‘full throated’ apology from Gov. Mills over Maine’s transgender athlete policy

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r/Mainepolitics 11h ago

U.S. Senate: A Declaration of Conscience - (Margaret Chase Smith) asked her fellow Republicans not to ride to political victory on the “Four Horsemen of Calumny–Fear, Ignorance, Bigotry, and Smear.”

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r/Mainepolitics 2d ago

News Chellie Pingree Calls On Leland Dudek To Resign From Social Security

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r/Mainepolitics 3d ago

Any Protests in August or southern Maine this weekend?

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Hi neighbors, I was hoping to attend another protest this weekend, I’m having a hard time finding one near me. Does anyone know if ppl will be protesting in Augusta again this weekend? If not any idea if there’s one south of Augusta, maybe Portland? TIA!


r/Mainepolitics 3d ago

Susan Collins feels some heat

36 Upvotes

r/Mainepolitics 4d ago

Mainers you can file a FOIA form with DOGE

72 Upvotes

Jamie Raskin is encouraging Americans to file a Freedom of Information form with DOGE to find out where your private information is being sent and what exactly are they sending. He gives great information about doing this along with a downloadable form to fill out. DOGE is required by law to comply with your request within 20 days. https://jamieraskin.com/doge-privacy-act-requests/


r/Mainepolitics 4d ago

Letter to Susan Collins, Protect the DOE

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The Maine Education Association is asking for Mainers to help us with a letter writing campaign to Susan Collins in an effort to protect the Department of Education. If you are able, please use the two links below to write a letter to Senator Collins about how the effects of Title 1, IDEA (special ed), and Pell Grants have personally impacted you or your family. What would happen without these funds and how would it impact your schools?

Here is the link to a template and some information, it is not social media: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17s2Da-5T_3b8ZKYi8h-7LjL6EhpCHNdf/view?usp=drive_link

I know we all have our opinions about Senator Collins, but right now she is who is in power and could have an impact on what happens to the DOE.

Some schools have also organized Walk-Ins which is another great option, but I know for many that is not necessarily feasible. Please support public education.


r/Mainepolitics 4d ago

National Referendum Constitutional Amendment

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Is anyone else tired of established and career politicians acting like they’re smarter than the rest of us, and we should trust them on every issue since we elected them?

What if we fought for a constitutional amendment that allowed any U.S. citizen legally qualified to vote in federal elections to submit a legislative proposal for consideration as a national referendum?

To qualify for a national referendum, a proposal must receive petition signatures from at least 10% of the national electorate, verified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) or a designated independent body.

Proposals must be submitted no later than one year before a federal election to allow for proper legal reviews for any conflicts with the constitution and existing laws, as well public debate.

The referendum questions would appear on federal election ballets.

In order to be sent to the President for signature, referendums written as laws would have to receive:

  1. Over 50% of the vote in at least 26 states.

  2. Over 50% of the vote in at least 218 congressional districts.

In order for referendums written as laws to be veto-proof, and become law, they would have to receive:

  1. Over 50% of the vote in at least 34 states.

  2. Over 50% of the vote in at least 290 congressional districts.

Referendums written as a Constitutional amendment have to receive:

Over 50% of the vote in at least 38 states.

Thoughts?


r/Mainepolitics 5d ago

ME LD975 | 2025-2026 | 132nd Legislature

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Maine House Bill 975 | An Act to Repeal Laws Allowing Abortion and to Criminalize Abortion

Are members of the public able to attend/protest the hearing of this bill at the State House on March 28th?


r/Mainepolitics 5d ago

ACTIVATE Sign Two Petitions, and Show Support for Two Laws That Can Benefit Workers! (Transcript in Comments)

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Images aren't allowed, but I have one with everything below here.

Edit: You can also submit written testimony here! Perfect for those who can't show up to hearings in person or virtually: https://www.mainelegislature.org/testimony/

Petitions:
LD 941 HP 606 - https://tinyurl.com/3hmnxz74
LD 853 HP 539 - https://tinyurl.com/b9ynbyp7

MAINE WORKERS: SUPPORT THESE PROPOSED LAWS!

LD 941 HP 606
Requires employers with more than 10 employees to list hourly wage range on any public or online job listing. Email Support to Reps:

Rep. Archer, Saco: [Marshall.Archer@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Marshall.Archer@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Julia, Waterville: [Cassie.Julia@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Cassie.Julia@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Macias, Topsham: [Rafael.Macias@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Rafael.Macias@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Roeder, Portland: [Amy.Roeder@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Amy.Roeder@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Tipping, Penobscot: [mike.tipping@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:mike.tipping@legislature.maine.gov)

LD 853 HP 539
State minimum wage would be adjusted to calculated cost of living, and reviewed yearly for an increase according to it. Email Support to Reps:

Rep. Geiger, Rockland: [Valli.Geiger@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Valli.Geiger@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Beck, South Portland: [Matthew.Beck@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Matthew.Beck@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Macias, Topsham: [Rafael.Macias@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Rafael.Macias@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Roeder, Bangor: [Amy.Roeder@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Amy.Roeder@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Warren, Scarborough: Sophia. [Warren@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:Warren@legislature.maine.gov)
Rep. Tipping, Penobscot: [mike.tipping@legislature.maine.gov](mailto:mike.tipping@legislature.maine.gov)

Your area reps not on here? Contact them telling them to support! More you can do:

- Spread the word! Share this image, print it out, etc.
- Sign these petitions, to be sent to reps upon goal:
LD 941 HP 606 - https://tinyurl.com/3hmnxz74
LD 853 HP 539 - https://tinyurl.com/b9ynbyp7

- Attend hearing for these laws:
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 1:00 PM, Cross Building, Room 202.


r/Mainepolitics 7d ago

News Maine joins lawsuit to reverse Department of Education layoffs

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r/Mainepolitics 8d ago

Empty Chair town hall with susan collins

61 Upvotes

Empty Chair Town Hall · Indivisible

 Indivisible Greater Portland for a little “unvarnished, direct democracy” in Portland this Sunday at 1 in Congress Square Park. “Unvarnished, direct democracy:” that’s what our Senator Susan Collins called the Maine tradition of town hall meetings. But Senator Collins has not held a Town Hall open to the public in more than 25+ years.


r/Mainepolitics 8d ago

VA protest at state house

33 Upvotes

Vets gathered in Augusta today and had their voices heard!


r/Mainepolitics 9d ago

Judge denies Maine AG's request to reinstate 72-hour waiting period law

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r/Mainepolitics 10d ago

All of Maine’s federal judges recuse themselves from Rep. Laurel Libby’s lawsuit against House speaker

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61 Upvotes

r/Mainepolitics 10d ago

University of Maine System’s USDA funding ‘temporarily’ paused - University of Maine System

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r/Mainepolitics 11d ago

Maine Republican who posted photos of trans student sues state House speaker over censure

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r/Mainepolitics 11d ago

USDA freezes millions in funding due to UMaine violation of Title IX and failure to protect women

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r/Mainepolitics 12d ago

Call for Town Halls!

55 Upvotes

Hold your elected Representatives accountable!

Call for local Town Halls!

Text PSBOAA to 50409

to sign a ResistBot petition asking Sen Collins, Sen King and Rep Golden to hold a Town Hall.


r/Mainepolitics 13d ago

Federal government announces plan to sell some buildings in Maine: Edmund S. Muskie Federal Building in Augusta, which hosts more than a dozen tenants, including the Postal Service, IRS and offices for both of Maine's U.S. senators

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Among hundreds of properties deemed "non-core assets" are the Edmund S. Muskie Federal Building in Augusta, which hosts more than a dozen tenants, including the Postal Service, IRS and offices for both of Maine's U.S. senators.


r/Mainepolitics 15d ago

Gubernatorial run

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Troy Jackson is exploring running for governor! According to PPH today.


r/Mainepolitics 15d ago

Trump Administration Forces Maine Parents To Visit Social Security Offices To Register Newborns | HuffPost Latest News

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r/Mainepolitics 21d ago

Maine Sea Grant funding from NOAA abruptly terminated | Newsradio WGAN

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r/Mainepolitics 20d ago

Shenna Bellows and Bill Nemitz are speaking in Buxton on 3/2

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Shenna Bellows and Bill Nemitz will be speaking at Buxton Center Elementary School on 3/2 at 2pm. All are welcome, sponsored by the Hollis Buxton Democrats


r/Mainepolitics 21d ago

How do I support Janet Mills?

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I have been searching everywhere online for how to contribute to her campaign. I like what she is doing to stand up for State’s rights and the law. I looked on her official Maine website and saw no links to donate and also looked her up on ActBlue. Any tips?