They say there's never money. Not for Medicare for All, not for childcare, not for housing. But Trump found $1.776B to reward the Jan. 6 rioters with your tax dollars. I was there that day. I'll make sure they never get a cent. Read my op-ed in the Portland Press Herald: jwood.io/ph #mepolitics

The Maine Wire recently alerted its readers to a scary Pride crosswalk in Bangor. I decided to investigate the situation for myself. It turns out, shockingly, that the Maine Wire is full of it. I stand proudly with the LGBTQ+ community, today and every day. #Pride2026 #mepolitics

#SmallActionsMatter I live my life by it. In my family we say #EveryEffortCounts

If you are FB, this is a good take on the current situation around Platner's former staffer and her "revelations." It mirrors my own thinking, and what I am hearing from many others up here. www.facebook.com/share/p/1AKw...

Maine Gov. Janet Mills: ‘I am still on the ballot’ for Senate

Happy Pride, everyone! I have always fought for LGBTQ+ rights, and as your next governor, I will continue to fight for the rights of every Mainer, no exceptions.

Susan Collins's latest financial report just came out. A staggering one-third of her money raised this quarter came directly from AIPAC. Senator Collins is bought and paid for by Benjamin Netanyahu, and she votes accordingly.

Unfortunately for Graham Platner, he needs women on his side to win | Steve Collins

QUESTIONS for CANDIDATES? In perusing a great number of newsletters, posts, emails, DMs, & texts for details for my daily calendars, as well as talk to Mainers at rallies & places of work, it's apparent a great number of people have questions for candidates . . . 1/4 #MEpolitics

Happy Pride Month, Maine! Everyone deserves the freedom to live authentically and marry who they love without fear. I’m proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community, today and every day. 🏳️‍🌈

Ranked Choice Voting - How the process works. "...voters can rank as many or as few candidates as they like. You can vote for just one candidate, either by marking only a first round pick, or choosing the same candidate in every round." Here's more, from Irwin Gratz @mainepublic.org . #MEpolitics

As elected officials, @troyjackson207.bsky.social & I have seen firsthand what MSEA-SEIU Local 1989 members do for the people of our state. They keep our government functioning, carry out our laws, and ensure children, families, seniors and small businesses can access resources and support.

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH – 💯%! It's a month to remember that our LGBTQ+ friends, neighbors, and family members deserve to be honored and respected *every* month of the year. #PrideMonth

A Koch-funded outfit recently sent a deceiving email to members of the state workers union, encouraging them to stop paying dues. This is classic union busing tactic. As the two endorsed MSEA-SEIU candidates in this gubernatorial primary, @shennabellows.bsky.social and I wanted to respond.

Jordan Wood, candidate to represent Maine CD-2 in U.S House of Representatives, shares story of being threatened because of being gay, in 5-part post on first day of LGBTQ Pride Month. #MEpolitics

A Moderate? Never. Plays a shell game always. The most cynical (along with McConnell) senator in Congress. I hope Platner beats her with a big win. Mainers during the last year have finally woken up to just how evil she is. And did I mention her husband was a Russian lobbyist? @pinetreeactivism.org

Happy Pride Month! These times call for both celebration and standing up boldly to support our LGBTQ+ community. I was so proud to be the lead co-sponsor on marriage equality in Maine. I knew it was the right thing to do for families, even when some in my party thought it was too politically risky.

To reiterate, Maine’s US Senate race is not settled! ME’s DEM primary is next week. And I believe that I have the most fitting background, knowledge, and experience to defeat Senator Susan Collins and to help in advancing real, substantive change in Washington (costelloforsenate.com) #MEpolitics

For decades, the powerful have taken. They took so much, they began to think we didn't even exist at all. But they don't know Maine. We are taking back what is ours. Our new ad ⬇️

Thank you, Bernie Sanders, for your support. Working Mainers will take back our state on June 9th. #mepolitics

Our lives. Our families. Our futures. The LGBTQ community has always fought for our right to exist freely. This Pride Month and every other month of the year, we’re protesting the government’s attacks on our rights and celebrating our queer joy.

New reader Q & A is up! I answered question about the midterms, fiber arts, 9/11, martial law, TV comedies, AI data centers, and more! sarahkendzior.substack.com/p/weaving-an...

Broader report from Brookings is available here and looking at the numbers really shows that this has been a chronic problem in our nation. (2/2) www.brookings.edu/articles/sta...

Only 54% of households in Maine actually make enough to meet their basic needs. It certainly gets worse for those trying to raise kids particularly given childcare costs. Nationally, the disparity between white families and all others is damning. (1/2)

Here’s my take on the Platner sexting news. open.substack.com/pub/amyfried... #mepolitics

Cloudy > clearing, high 64º =============== MAINE RESISTANCE MON JUNE 1, 2026 =============== MAINE ICE WATCH HOTLINE: 207-544-9989 #ICE abductions on the rise #ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE #NonViolenceIsPower #EveryEffortCounts #GetInvolved p1/3 – SHARE & REPOST! #Maine #MEpolitics

Specifically, 54.2% of Maine households earn enough to meet their basic needs, roughly in line with the national average of 55%, according to the report from the nonpartisan Brookings Institution. https://bit.ly/4fYcyW6

The Democrat is once again in the spotlight after two national newspapers published stories about sexually explicit texts that Platner reportedly sent to multiple women before he launched his Senate bid. https://bit.ly/4x1VVz5

May 31, 2026 On June 1, 1950, Senator Margaret Chase Smith, a Republican from Maine, stood up against Republican Senator Joe McCarthy of Wisconsin and his supporters, who were undermining American democracy in a crusade against “communism.” heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/p/may-31-2026

17 Maine Pride celebrations to check out this month

Why am I running for governor? Because our system is broken and I believe in a world where a family doesn’t have to choose between feeding their family or having quality healthcare, and we can build that world together.

We got some ominous news this week about President Donald Trump’s dangerous bid to crack down on mail voting ahead of the midterm election. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

Between Platner and Collins, there's no doubt who one would choose if one wanted the U.S. to continue. Platner. People should feel free to launch any criticisms they like, but if that criticism ends with an ambivalence as between Platner and Collins, sorry, you're *outside your damn mind*.

Anything can, and often does, happen overnight in politics. Maine voters should rest assured that I, as a broadly knowledgeable and experienced Senate candidate, am fully committed to thoroughly and energetically advancing long-overdue, substantive CHANGE in Washington #MEpolitics

Labor around the world is having a moment. . . let's hope it thrives and continues. #LaborMovement

David's most recent news interviews are available here for those looking to see recordings of him answering questions: www.costelloforsenate.com/news-intervi...

It was great to start our day in Oxford before getting to rally in deering oaks park with my friends at Maine People's Alliance and Graham Platner! We’re building a movement for transformational change in Maine and we’re going to win this primary in just a few days!

Tuesday at 6pm: my team is on the phones. 8 days to the primary. We're calling voters across ME-02. Your call could be the one that wins this. Join from anywhere: www.mobilize.us/dunlapforcon...

Congress returns to Capitol Hill this week with pressure on Republicans to stand up to President Trump’s $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) joins Alex Witt to discuss this and more. www.ms.now/weekends-wit...

It’s absolutely crazy they can void an election with no consequences.

Strengthening US democracy, Step 1: eliminate the corrupting influence that MONEY has over our politics and government (e.g. actions: reverse bad SCOTUS decisions, ban dark $$$, strict donation limits, expand public financing, and mandate free media. Other steps @ costelloforsenate.com #MEpolitics

I don’t back down from a fight, especially when it matters for Maine people. That’s why I’ve been endorsed by over 100 elected leaders. They have seen me stand up to powerful interests before, and I’ll do it again as governor. I’ll always fight for you.

👀 ALL EYES ON DELANEY 👀

Solidarity means standing with anyone who Trump targets — even if you don’t agree with them.

============================ URGE YOUR REPRESENTATIVES to PASS the WAR POWERS RESOLUTION ============================ www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative #ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE #NonViolenceIsPower #EveryEffortCounts #GetInvolved #VOTE

Yeah – no kidding. It is criminal. Please consider growing a row in your home gardens to contribute fresh vegetables to local food pantries and food banks. #GrowARow #FoodInsecurity #Gardening #MEpolitics

================ FRI JUNE 5, 10:30AM 275 Main St, Old Town Join us for a GOTV Meet & Greet w/Congressman Ro Khanna! A chance to connect and get ready as we go over our plan to get out the vote in the final stretch. Coffee & convo provided–bring your energy, questions, & friends. #MEpolitics