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Gubernatorial candidates at Wabanaki forum agree on tribal sovereignty
Gubernatorial candidates attending the first ever Wabanaki forum on Thursday in Houlton each said they support tribal sovereignty.
Maine’s health care ‘mess’ is a focus of the crowded race to replace Janet Mills
Pharmacy deserts. Rising costs. Workforce shortages and funding gaps. Uncertainty from Washington.
Independent candidate for Maine governor Rick Bennett offers health care affordability plan
"My goal is to make Mainers the healthiest people in the nation," said Bennett.
Letter: Rick Bennett has a plan to prioritize housing affordability
Maine has an affordability crisis, and housing is a big part of it.
Support Rick Bennett as Maine’s next governor
I would like to share my enthusiastic support for Rick Bennett’s campaign as an independent candidate for governor.
3 takeaways from governor candidates at the Maine Fishermen’s Forum
A dozen candidates for governor gathered in Rockport on Saturday to discuss the issues facing one of the state’s key industries.
Rick Bennett housing affordability plan is spot on
Sen. Rick Bennett of Oxford talks with a supporter during an event launching his independent run for governor at KBS Builders in Oxford, Maine.
Support independent Rick Bennett for governor
It’s time to send a message. Vote independent. Vote for Rick Bennett for governor.
As governor, Rick Bennett will put people before party
Bennett has already proven that he will show up, listen and act for anyone.
Could Maine’s next governor be an independent?
Some political observers say today’s partisan climate reduces the chances of success for independents like Sen. Rick Bennett. Others say a moderate candidate is just what Maine needs.
Maine governors' race
Phil Hirschkorn hosts former Republican State Senator Lisa Keim and Democratic consultant BJ McCollister to talk about the latest in local and national politics
Lawmakers hear public testimony on bills that aim to support tribal sovereignty for the Wabanki Nations
According to the bill's co-sponsor, Senator Rick Bennett of Oxford, the legislation is based on the recommendations of a bipartisan task force of legislators to amend the Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act to restore self-governance over a range of issues.
Gubernatorial candidate focuses on a path to homeownership in new policy plans
"It was a joke previously to say someone's in their mid-20s and living in their mom's basement, but that is our economic reality now," Worth said of the experience of him and his peers.
Independent gubernatorial candidate Rick Bennett unveils housing plan for Maine
“Maine is facing an affordability crisis, and Maine’s next governor must be laser-focused on this issue,” Bennett told reporters gathered inside a new home that is part of an 18-unit modular housing development in Rumford.
Independent candidate for governor Rick Bennett unveils housing affordability plan
Sen. Rick Bennett, an independent candidate for governor, unveiled a four-point plan Wednesday to help make more housing more affordable for Mainers.
We asked all 21 candidates for Maine governor how they would lower costs. Here’s what they said.
Housing, health care and energy prices are the top priorities for almost every candidate, but they’re presenting vastly different ideas for how to address them.
Gubernatorial candidates discuss supporting Maine families
Candidates for Maine governor are hearing from advocates on making the state a better place for children and families.
How Maine Democrats plan to implement ranked-choice voting for governor this fall
…State Sen. Rick Bennett, who left the Republican Party last June… [has] the potential to create a competitive four-way race in a state where unaffiliated candidates have won the governor’s office or come close a number of times.

