Over the Memorial Day weekend, many Mainers received a slick four-page mailer titled “Outdoors Maine” that featured a pretty picture of on its cover of the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. It also included a half page photo of Democratic congressional candidate Lucas St. Clair greeting a woman at her door followed by a […]
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Paul LePage takes aim at Jared Golden
In rare, kind words about a Democratic leader, Gov. Paul LePage said Thursday that congressional contender Jared Golden of Lewiston no doubt “made a fine Marine.” But as a lawmaker, the governor said, the assistant majority leader in the State House of Representatives “has not gotten the job done.” A two-term lame duck, LePage, who […]
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Golden a fierce advocate
I have worked with Jared Golden for many years and know him to be a steady, thoughtful and effective legislator. He is committed to making sure everyone has access to health care,fair wages and affordable education. He is a fierce advocate for themost vulnerable among us, as well as for his fellow veterans. Jared’s peers […]
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Dems blast Poliquin at party convention
State Rep. Jared Golden, D-Lewiston, riles up the crowd at the Maine Democratic Convention on Friday evening at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston. Golden is challenging U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin for the 2nd Congressional District seat. (Andree Kehn/Sun Journal) State Rep. Jared Golden, D-Lewiston, riles up the crowd at the Maine Democratic Convention on […]
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Golden champions veterans' issues
Congressman Bruce Poliquin does not properly represent my district. He sides with Wall Street and other corporate cronies and refuses to meet with his constituents. He has voted for terrible budgets that cut health care coverage for millions (including children) and threaten Social Security. Fortunately, there is a candidate who can beat Poliquin and represent […]
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Two outstanding candidates
On June 12, voters will have the opportunity to vote for the next prospective governor and member of Congress. As a U.S. Marine veteran, Jared Golden has a “can do” attitude, as well as the understanding that all Mainers need to be represented, not just the ones with deep pockets Mark Eves, through his political […]
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Golden knows about service to others
I am supporting Jared Golden for Congress, and I would encourage others to as well. I knew of Golden’s work in the Maine House and his unwavering support for working folks; also, his compelling personal story. What really impressed me was when I heard him speak at an event with the other candidates in the […]
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I'll be voting for Jared Golden
I am an independent who is going to switch for the primary so I can vote for Jared Golden. He is a young man who joined the Marines, served in Iraq and Afghanistan and understands the investment veterans have made in this country. He believes legislators can both make this country safer by enacting common […]
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Vote in all elections
The U.S. Constitution begins with the words “We the people …” and basically says that all citizens have the right to vote. I encourage all citizens to register to vote and then vote in all elections. Voters need to elect individuals who will always act and vote in the best interests of all the people […]
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Democratic challengers together raised more cash than Bruce Poliquin
The four Democrats jostling in a primary for the opportunity to challenge U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin in the general election collectively raised 25 percent more campaign cash this year than the Republican incumbent. Filings with the Federal Election Commission Sunday show the four candidates together raised more than $550,000 from January through March, with Lewiston […]