Incumbent: Janet Mills (Democratic) · Term-limited
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026
Former director of the Maine Governor's Office of Policy Innovation, former Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives (2008–2010) from the 36th district (2002–2010), and daughter of U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree.
State senator (1996–2004, 2020–present), Republican nominee in 1994 and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2012.
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Topic rows are grouped by Vote Book; the headings and quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” means a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote. A yellow tag means no public position was found on that topic.
| Education | |
|---|---|
| Charles no nonsense Maine's education system should prepare every child for success, not teach liberal ideology. Bobby Charles’ plan is to refocus on core subjects: reading, math, and science, and eliminate so-called "woke" indoctrination from classrooms. He will support teachers, educational freedom, and curriculum transparency to … Original: bobbyformaine.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026) | PingreeNo public position found |
| Crime & public safety | |
| Charles cut crime Maine is being overrun by drug cartels, and radical policy failures from Democratic leadership have enabled this crisis. As Governor, Bobby Charles will dismantle cartel networks operating inside and across our borders. He will strengthen law enforcement, increase support for addiction recovery and mental health … Original: bobbyformaine.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026) | PingreeNo public position found |
| Taxes & spending | |
| Charles cut your taxes Bobby Charles will reverse the heavy burden that businesses and working families face under high taxes and excessive regulations. He pledges to abolish the state income tax, slash unnecessary regulation, and cut the red tape that stifles economic growth, so Mainers can keep more of what they earn and attract more … Original: bobbyformaine.com/issues (accessed Oct 16, 2026) | PingreeNo public position found |
| Housing | |
| CharlesNo public position found | Pingree Invest $100 Million a Year in Housing Provide consistent funding for the development and preservation of homes across Maine that are affordable and attainable Original: hannahforgovernor.com/housing-plan (accessed Oct 16, 2026) Reduce Evictions and Address Rising Homelessness in Maine Expand permanent housing solutions for Maine’s most vulnerable residents and invest in efforts to help households avoid evictions Original: hannahforgovernor.com/housing-plan (accessed Oct 16, 2026) |
| Jobs, wages & cost of living | |
| CharlesNo public position found | Pingree Take on Private Equity and Corporate Greed Stop out-of-state corporations from displacing families from existing homes and driving up rents Original: hannahforgovernor.com/housing-plan (accessed Oct 16, 2026) Grow the Workforce and Industries that Build Our Homes Invest in apprenticeships, training programs, business supports, and tuition-free community college to ensure Maine has the skilled workers, materials , and businesses to build the housing we need Original: hannahforgovernor.com/housing-plan (accessed Oct 16, 2026) |
| Other priorities | |
| CharlesNo public position found | Pingree Invest $100 Million a Year Maine needs to build more homes, faster, and ensure they remain affordable. Hannah will: Original: hannahforgovernor.com/housing-plan (accessed Oct 16, 2026) |
No public position found
The same nine Senate votes (or three House votes) are shown for every current member of Congress running, so records can be compared across races. Click a roll call for the official tally.
No congressional voting record for: Rick Bennett, Robert B. Charles, Hannah Pingree. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.