When Graham Platner wanted to obscure a design recognized as a Nazi symbol, he went to Mischa Ostberg, a friend and Ellsworth tattoo artist.
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Sanford police chief ends campaign for Chellie Pingree’s 1st District seat
Republican Eric Small said he wants to stay close to home and will be pivoting his campaign to run for a seat in the Maine Legislature.
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Graham Platner hires progressive advocate as new campaign manager
Ben Chin, deputy director for the Maine People’s Alliance, joins a campaign that has hit some hurdles after a fast start.
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Maine House speaker endorses Hannah Pingree in governor’s race
Ryan Fecteau says he is supporting Pingree in a crowded race that also includes several other prominent Democrats.
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Golden’s decision to not seek reelection complicates Democrats’ 2026 plans
The announcement by Maine’s 2nd District congressman that he won’t seek a fifth term is likely to give a boost to Republican Paul LePage, although 2026 is also expected to be a good year for Democrats.
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South Berwick lawmaker will challenge Chellie Pingree in 2026 Democratic primary
State Rep. Tiffany Roberts announced plans Wednesday to challenge Pingree, who has not faced a primary challenger in her nearly 20 years representing Maine’s deep blue 1st District.