Matthew Dunlap defends his office’s procedures as the campaign and Maine Republican Party release photos purporting to show unsecured ballot boxes sent to Augusta.
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What Maine’s new government will mean to you
In 2019, Democratic control in Augusta will prompt a shift in how the state addresses its challenges. Here’s how.
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Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, News, Politics
Why so blue? Maine Democrats ‘were absolutely motivated’
Turnout emerged as a deciding factor for both parties in Maine as it shifted away from the status quo.
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Rep. Poliquin’s campaign raises concerns over handling of ballots in ranked-choice voting process
But Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap says the concerns appear to be unfounded and that ‘trying to delegitimize the election process is a bit reckless at this point.’
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Gov.-elect Janet Mills announces transition team
Her campaign manager and the leader of the Democratic Party in Maine will lead the team helping her assemble her administration.
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Recounts ordered in Florida Senate, governor races
The unofficial results in both contests are within 0.5%, which requires a recount.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Next Maine Senate majority leader focuses on need to deliver results
Nate Libby said he and his fellow Democrats hope to increase the homestead property tax exemption, make drug prices more transparent and provide student debt relief.
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Waterville Ward 1 council candidate alleges ethics violation
Catherine Weeks, who lost the Ward 1 race by four votes, is asking for an investigation into a flyer against her that was distributed anonymously.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Nation’s eyes on Maine as ranked vote tally starts in 2nd District race
Neither Bruce Poliquin nor Jared Golden got 50% of the vote in the first round, so second-choice picks come into play in the first congressional election with ranked-choice voting.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Concerned about acting attorney general, Sen. Collins says she backs bill to protect Russia probe
The Maine Republican says the Senate should consider legislation to limit President Trump’s ability to fire special counsel Robert Mueller.