ME: Civic Engagement & Voting
Majority of Mainers support leaving Electoral College for national popular vote
Ahead of Super Tuesday, a new poll finds a majority of Mainers support replacing the Electoral College system with a national popular vote. More …
Maine considers expanding 'clean elections' law to county candidates
Maine could become the first state in the nation to provide public funding to candidates seeking the office of district attorney. Lawmakers are …
Website helps Maine’s young voters track climate change resources
A new website aims to help young voters in Maine take advantage of the historic climate progress being made through the Inflation Reduction Act…
Doctors say voting brings Mainers a clean bill of health
Voting is not only good for democracy - it's also good for your health, according to one of the nation's largest medical associations. The American …
Maine voters consider costs, climate in public utility amendment
An amendment on Tuesday's ballot in Maine to transfer ownership of the state's two private utilities to the public is considered a dead heat…
Maine lawmakers, gun safety groups call for assault weapons ban
Advocates in Maine for stronger gun safety laws are calling for a complete ban on assault weapons following last week's mass shooting in Lewiston…
Statewide efforts grow to keep Trump off 2024 ballot
While Maine election officials determine if former President Donald Trump will appear on next year's presidential ballot, legal challenges nationwide …
No-excuse absentee voting helps build voter turnout in ME
With less than a month to go before Maine's November 7 Referendum Election, more than 30,000 voters have already requested a no-excuse absentee …
Local and State Politics Grow Increasingly 'Nationalized'
Political candidates running for federal office have grown increasingly reliant on out-of-state donations, according to a new report. Government …
State Officials Warn of Threats Ahead of 2024 Election
Election officials nationwide are urging Congress to provide the funding needed to ensure a safe and secure 20-24 election. They've asked for at …
Maine 'Clean Elections' Campaign Shifts to November Ballot
Advocates for "clean" elections in Maine are gearing up for a November ballot referendum that would ban foreign government spending in state elections…
Lawmakers Consider Changes to Maine’s Clean Election Law
Lawmakers in Maine are considering legislation to allow candidates seeking county level offices to receive taxpayer funds under the Maine Clean Electi…