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State of Maine

State of Maine. 1.2 million people. Portland is the largest city, FB Bangor, Lewiston. Augusta is the capital city. 2 Congressional districts . 4 Votes in the Electoral College. Maine is known for its independence. 3 rd Parties . Summer home of the Bush family.

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State of Maine

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  1. State of Maine • 1.2 million people. • Portland is the largest city, FB Bangor, Lewiston. • Augusta is the capital city. • 2 Congressional districts. • 4 Votes in the Electoral College. • Maine is known for its independence. 3rd Parties. • Summer home of the Bush family. • Political activity this fall: “in play”

  2. Governor of Maine: John Baldacci Formerly served 4 terms in the United States Congress. 4-year term, elected in 2002. Eligible for re-election in ’06.

  3. United States Senator: • Olympia Snowe Republican, Auburn. In her 3rd 6-year term in US Senate First elected to Congress in 1978. Spouse of former Maine Governor John McKernon.

  4. United States Senator • Susan Collins Republican, Caribou. Elected in 1996, re-elected in ’02.

  5. Our Congressman:2nd Congressional District Mike Michaud Democrat. Former paper mill worker. The largest Congressional district east of the Mississippi River. Represents Jay, L/A, W/W, B/B, etc.

  6. Congressman: 1st Congressional district : • Tom Allen 3rd Term in Congress. Democrat. Former Mayor of Portland.

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