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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Susan Collins has never cared about her constituents. She prioritizes her own needs over everyone else and it’s long past time that we kick her to the curb.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Early voting starts today in Maine! Starting today (through Oct 29) you can vote at your local town office. If you’re already registered to vote, you don’t need to bring anything with you. If you haven’t registered to vote, just bring proof of ID and residency with you to register same day.

A graphic that shows the state of Maine with the slogan “Maine votes”

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The things you find when you’re cleaning out your closet. UMaine women’s hockey jersey and a history of the Maine labor movement through 2015.

A photo of a UMaine women’s hockey jersey and a book entitled “Time-Line of Selected Highlights of Maine Labor History 1636-2015” by Charles A. Scontras.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It’s October 1st, which means it’s officially spooky season. This morning I gave my students their first exam of the semester and half way through the classroom lights flickered. 👻

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

When it’s rainy and you’re having a case of the Mondays, you reach for the good stuff and make some sausage tortellini soup.

A photo of the sausage tortellini soup that Andrea made

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In Aug. I had an appt. for a basic eye exam. I haven’t had one in over a decade and I actually have insurance that includes it so I wanted to use that benefit. I read through my insurance, $20 copay. Cool. I have the appt., the practice charges me $59. I wait for my EOB to confirm that it should 1/

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

New recession indicator just dropped. Discount bread at Shaw’s is now only 40% off, not half off like it’s been since the dawn of time.

A photo of Andrea holding a package of Kalamata Olive bread from Shaw’s. It’s originally $4.99, marked down to $2.99, not $2.50 like it usually is.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Congratulations to all my new union siblings at CMMC! Welcome to the family ✊🏼♥️

A screenshot from Maine AFL-CIO’s IG page showing the vote tally for CMMC nurses’ vote to unionize.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Link to article: www.propublica.org/article/fbi-... Screenshot from: @mikenellis.bsky.social

NEWS: ProPublica reports the FBI was building a pay-to-play bribery case around Susan Collins, after a defense contractor's CEO said he funneled cash to her super PAC in exchange for tens of millions in Navy contracts. Then Trump and Kash Patel gutted the FBl's anti-corruption unit and the investigation died, just as Collins fights to hold her seat.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

100% Harvest Buck match is back for SNAP/EBT customers at Maine Farmers’ Markets! 🍎🥦🥕🌽

A photo of Maine Harvest Bucks Bonus Vouchers with a basket of green cabbage.

Maine Federation of Farmers’ Markets:

Big news! MAINE HARVEST BUCKS IS BACK TO A 100% MATCH, effective today, Monday, 9/21! Now when you spend SNAP/EBT at any Maine Harvest Bucks market or farm stand, you'll receive the same amount in vouchers for more fresh veggies, fruits, or plants to grow food. We are thrilled to be able to do this right in the middle of harvest season, when farmers have so much bounty to share and the time is right for stocking up on storage crops.

How is this possible?
-The State of Maine nutrition fund
-The release of more state Nutrition Incentive Funding with the passage of LD 468 earlier this year
-A whole lot of successful fundraising this spring and summer

Now we know that we have enough to match Maine Harvest Bucks all through this fall and winter.

Maine Harvest Bucks is the lynchpin of our statewide programs, is the reason SNAP/EBT is accepted at more than 70 markets and farms, and brings over $950,000 in direct, full-price retail sales to vendors each year. We are relieved to be able to do this now, not only for all the shoppers who can stretch their food budget a little further, but also for all of the hardworking farmers and producers who depend on these sales to keep growing. We'll always have to fundraise to keep this program thriving, and we could always use your help. Learn more about Maine Harvest Bucks and the impact it has on our food system at maineharvestbucks.org

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Fall in Maine means that your neighbors whip out their cider press. 🍁🍎

An old hand crank cider press with neighbors cranking away and making cider.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hey, ho, Susan Collins has got to go! Request your Maine absentee ballot using this link. absenteeballotrequest.sos.maine.gov

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

It’s finally cool enough for me to make corn chowder. My secret? Corn broth. This time of the year you can find lots of yummy local corn. I cut the kernels off and freeze them then use the cobs to make corn broth (which I also freeze) to use for fresh tasting corn chowder in the middle of winter.

A photo of Andrea’s corn chowder. She subbed gnocchi for potatoes since it was on sale at Shaw’s a couple weeks ago for 99 cents and she still had a pack in the fridge.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I was just walking in downtown Bangor and as I crossed the street a guy in a pick-up truck stopped to let me cross, smiled at me, threw up a peace sign, and told me that he hoped my day improved. 1/2

A photo of the Kenduskeag Stream that runs through downtown Bangor at low tide.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I had a great time tonight with @indivisiblebangor.org and Food and Medicine. We worked to write out postcards to voters in New Hampshire.

A photo of a stack of postcards that have all been written and stamped, and are ready to be sent out.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Look! Data to validate our everyday experiences.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Will we get a death announcement for Mitch McConnell before we get GTA 6? 🤔

A screen grab from Grand Theft Auto, a popular video game. For context, gamers have been waiting 13 years for the release of GTA 13, which has a launch day in Nov 2026.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

What a great night! It was so nice catching up with everyone, celebrating some fantastic awardees—including UMaine Grad Workers and the leadership at my union, MSEA SEIU 1989— and hearing from @lizshuler.bsky.social Solidarity forever! 💜✊🏼

Hannah Peary, speaking at the Labor Day event for the Eastern Maine labor council.

The union of graduate workers at the University of Maine receiving an award.

Troy Jackson, speaking at the eastern Maine labor councils Labor Day event.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day! I’m looking forward to celebrating with my union siblings later this evening. Solidarity forever! 📷 @shanes.bsky.social

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Maine seasons in order of best to worst: 1. fall 🍁 2. winter ❄️ 3. spring 🌱 4. summer ☀️

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Mamdani’s success is NOT true of all democratic leaders. What is true: when people’s basic needs are met, the world is a safer place. Mamdani is doing that. Democrats as a whole are not. @democrats.org Do better or get out of the way.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

@silvawolves.bsky.social was a member of my U.S. Senate campaign team and I watched this exact scenario play out after a town hall. I’m proud to say that I had a number of disabled folks helping me with my campaign; I feel honored that they chose me. 1/2

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Imagine being the goddamn CHAIR OF THE SENATE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE, rubber stamping every single one of Trump’s requests, writing ICE a big blank check, and saying that you agree that we need to get rid of waste and be more efficient. GTFO, Susan.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Susan Collins’ hired a member of the Oath Keepers to help with voter outreach. WTF, you guys. Quick someone get this woman a shovel so she can keep digging her hole deeper. www.rawstory.com/amp/susan-co...

A screenshot of a news article that talks about how Susan Collins’ has hired a member of the Oath Keepers (one of the groups responsible for Jan 6) as a member of her team. The article is dated 09/02/26.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Standing in solidarity today with my full-time faculty brothers and sisters at SMCC. Maine’s Community College System has a history of compensating teachers less for lab time than for lecture time. We won pay equity for lab time in our last adjunct contract. I did the math— 1/2

Andrea holding a sign that reads “MCCS Adjuncts stand with FT Faculty” while standing at a rally for full time faculty at SMCC.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Had a great time volunteering with @npsanctuary and @qualityoflifemaine today. Met some new friends (including Manny’s dad), found a gorgeous chicken of the woods, and helped clean up some trash here in Bangor. Happy Sunday!

Four photos in a grid. First photo is a person wearing a shirt that says “Manny’s dad” with a picture of Manny, the cat. Second photo is our group getting ready to head out from the parking lot. Third photo is me with the crew in the woods. Fourth photo is of chicken in the woods growing on a downed tree.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

C’mon, Susan. It’s time to talk to your constituents. Don’t make me get my chalk out again. @aroostookdemocrats.bsky.social

A screenshot from Aroostook County Dems Facebook page where they share a press release from Troy Jackson.

In the press release, Troy Jackson calls for Susan Collins to participate in for televised debates, including two Townhall style debates where Maine voters can directly question both candidates. Jackson is also inviting Collins to join him at three public town halls in Maine next week, giving her an immediate opportunity to take questions directly from manner at what would be her first public town hall in 25 years.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

At a coop-warming party until further notice.

A portion of a palatial chicken estate at my friends house in Bangor.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

A quick story about why I love my community and why I love Maine.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Susan Collins holds a lot of the blame here.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Happy Women’s Equality Day to all the women throughout history that have blazed a trail for younger generations, those who inspire me every day to serve my community, and those who continue to persevere despite innumerable challenges. 1/ (A photo of my current bedside reading.)

A photo of Andrea’s nightstand with a hardcover copy of The Complete Text of the Equal Rights Amendment.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I found this gem in my local Goodwill this morning. They say trends run on a 20-year cycle, but it seems like this one is coming back a bit faster. Vote @dunlapforcongress.bsky.social

A photo of Andrea with her hand giving thumbs up while standing in front of a tshirt that says “I did not vote for LePage.”

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

As someone with an appreciation for and collection of vintage upholstered furniture, JD Vance’s frequent Maine visits have me tightening up our security system. 🛋️

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🚨Attn: Maine farmers. The weather forecast for tomorrow into this weekend includes 🧊 icy conditions. Please take the necessary precautions. (The notice in the photo came from MOFGA.)

August 20, 2026

We have received word that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids are anticipated for tomorrow, August 21, this weekend, extending early next week with a specific focus on farms, farmworkers, and construction sites. Farms with H-2A employees should stay particularly informed.

Some key considerations at this time:
There is reported to be a current increase in ICE agents in Maine using drones to monitor entrances and exits to job sites. If you see a drone over your farm, please report it to the ICE watch hotline at 207-544-9989 immediately.

ICE, border patrol, and law enforcement must have a judicial warrant or your consent before detaining or searching your buildings. Here is an informational sheet to help you understand your rights. They can enter farm fields, however. Have a plan in place with your staff about moving to a building if a drone is spotted.

If there is ICE activity on a farm the hotline should be notified immediately, and anyone who is able should film activity. Please make sure everyone knows that they can legally film, however they cannot interfere with any detention.

Make sure that all employers and employees if possible understand the difference between an administrative and a judicial warrant. Here is an informational sheet.
Have emergency contact information for your staff in case someone is detained.

Make sure indoor spaces are posted as private (see example sign above and here to print and put up).

If workers are detained ILAP needs to be contacted and forms filled out for legal aid.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Riddle me this: If Susan Collins is a moderate and not a hardcore conservative, then why are Republicans always putting millions toward her reelection and why haven’t they put anyone up to challenge her? Hint: It’s because she’s never actually been moderate. She’s as conservative as they come.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Clarification about the previous post. I’m glad it doesn’t seem to be affiliated with @hancockcountydems.bsky.social , but wish that the event organizers would realize that pushing Graham back into relevance can really hurt Maine Dems’ chances in November.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

He has never been a union member. Ever. As the only union leader who ran against Graham, I can’t say I’m surprised. We have a habit of propping up terrible men with no experience or education when there’s plenty of qualified people (usually women) working their asses off and getting dismissed.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Protest in Portland, ME tomorrow for a MaineMed nurse who was abducted by ICE

A photo with details for tomorrow’s protest in Portland. The event with be at Maine Medical Center in Aug 5 at 10:30am.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Exactly this. We can’t wait on lawmakers and policy. Mutual aid and community are the way forward.

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Andrea LaFlamme @andrealaflamme.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

That’s probably because he doesn’t regret it. 🙃

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