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* Regularly updated calendars & news of #Maine, #MEpolitics * #NonViolenceIsPower * #EveryEffortCounts * #VOTE "Most accurate and up to date calendars in Maine. Thank you!" Born 02.16.25 Posts ≠ endorsement NO connection to Pine Tree Results PAC

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Indivisible ❌👑 @indivisible.org · 2h
On October 17, we’re taking to the streets again to stop the fascists’ election sabotage. Find (or organize) your No Kings event: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i...
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HCR HQ @hcrhq.bsky.social · 2h
Today's Politics Chat with @hcrichardson.bsky.social www.youtube.com/live/us8wrm_...
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Politics Chat, September 29, 2026
YouTube video by Heather Cox Richardson
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Sarah Kendzior @sarahkendzior.bsky.social · 4h
I suggest that corporations and multimillionaires stop charging or make the price cheap and voluntary. I run a newsletter that's free to all. Those who can pay, do. Those who can't get it anyway. I based my business model on the St Louis Art Museum: sarahkendzior.substack.com/p/a-note-of-...
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A Note of Gratitude to My Readers
On being Dedicated to Art and Free to All
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Margaret Forsyth @margaretforsyth.bsky.social · 3h
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Debunking the Dark Money Ads in the Maine Senate Race
The truth behind the pro-Collins ads flooding the airwaves & our mailboxes
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Pine Tree Activism @pinetreeactivism.org · 3h
========================= National Veterans of Foreign Wars Today is National Veterans of Foreign Wars Day, marking the 127th year the VFW provide support and assistance to American veterans and their families. Too many, too young, off to fight rich men's wars. They deserve our appreciation.
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The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S.
As the nation's largest and most established war veterans service organization, we have a long and proven history of providing vital assistance and support to America's service members, veterans and t...
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 5h
Susan Collins is the Chair of Appropriations and she’s not willing to use that power to help the people in the state of Maine. I’m 100% dug in on getting shit done.
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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 7h
Two land trusts say nearly 2,000 acres in Western Maine will be preserved from logging and development. www.mainepublic.org/climate/2026-09…
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Maine Beacon @mainebeacon.bsky.social · 7h
Childcare in Maine can cost more than in-state college tuition, leaving parents struggling to afford care or find an available spot. So what would the state's next governor do about it? Read what each candidate said by clicking the story below!
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How Maine’s candidates for governor plan to tackle the childcare crisis - Maine Beacon
It’s no secret that Maine parents are struggling to afford childcare — or even find it at all. Childcare for one child costs substantially more than in-state college tuition in Maine — about $11,000-$...
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Jordan Wood @jordanwood.bsky.social · 7h
That's why this coalition endorsed Troy Jackson and Hannah Pingree. Two fierce champions for gun safety. I'm proud to help lead this work, and to keep Maine's kids and families safe from gun violence. The work isn't done. Neither am I.
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Jordan Wood @jordanwood.bsky.social · 7h
Honored to announce: I'm joining the Board of @mainegunsafety.bsky.social. I grew up in Lewiston. Three years ago, 18 people were killed there in a single night. I learned to bowl in the bowling alley where it began. I'm raising my daughter 10 minutes away.
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 7h
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 7h
It's our turn to be concerned about Susan Collins.
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Maine People's Alliance @mainepeople.bsky.social · 6h
It’s official—Election Day is five weeks from today! Want to help us talk to voters between now and then? Learn more and sign up to volunteer here: actionnetwork.org/forms/get-ou...
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Get Out The Vote with MPA
Election day is just around the corner! When you cast your ballot on or before November 3rd, check out the progressive candidates MPA has endorsed at the federal and state levels, who you can learn mo...
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Common Dreams @commondreams.org · 11h
"Don't ever get immune to the inhumanity and dehumanization of what the Trump/Miller project is doing to children and families."
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'Monstrous' US Deportation Hearings for Children Who 'Have No One' Shock Consciences
Children as young as 3 facing deportation orders without legal representation in immigration court hearings. How can we allow this injustice to continue? The Trump administration's fast-tracked deportations are a violation of due process for these vulnerable children. #StopDeportingChildren
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Maine People's Alliance @mainepeople.bsky.social · 11h
Tomorrow night in Bangor, local candidates for city council and school committee are holding a town hall to talk with voters and answer your questions! Join us from 6-8 pm at The House of Entertainment or watch online at www.youtube.com/watch?v=o34f...
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 10h
Medicare for All is my top priority.
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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 11h
The historian and prolific newsletter writer guided the U.S. Senate candidate through his policy agenda and blue-collar background as he faces a multimillion-dollar Republican campaign to define him to Maine voters. bit.ly/4hT0Yfx
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Heather Cox Richardson helps Troy Jackson woo Democratic voters at Portland event
The historian and prolific newsletter writer guided the U.S. Senate candidate through his policy agenda and blue-collar background as he faces a multimillion-dollar Republican campaign to define him t...
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 12h
Today, Trump’s tariffs go into effect. Despite what Trump says, these sweeping tariffs will only hurt us— and all Collins can tell us is how concerned she is. Mainers need a Senator who will actually stand up to Trump and stop screwing over working people.
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Sanford-Springvale Democrats @sanfordmainedems.bsky.social · 12h
Our office is open regular hours starting Tues. 9/30. 1725 Main St. (Airport Plaza). Hours may change, but I will update here. Stop by to pick up a yard sign or get info on any of our candidates! Tues: 10 am - 7 pm Weds: 10 am - 7 pm Thurs: 10 am - 4 pm Fri: 10 am - 4 pm Sat: 10 am - 1 pm
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Democracy Now! @democracynow.org · 12h
Less than 1% of our audience donates to support our work. Become a monthly sustainer today and your first month's donation will get a triple-match. www.democracynow.org/donate?campaig…
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Lincoln County Indivisible Maine @lcimaine.bsky.social · 13h
Tomorrow is Wednesday!! DAMARISCOTTA/NEWCASTLE BRIDGE 11 to Noon - Bring Signs! Writers Cafe at the Damariscotta Library follows - Noon to 1 pm - Feel free to bring snacks/lunch.
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Maine People's Alliance @mainepeople.bsky.social · 14h
This Saturday, we're participating in the Sanford Community Resource Fair! You can find resources for basic needs, housing, health and wellness, youth and families, older adults, employment and training, community support and more! Oct. 3 from 10 am to noon at 678 Main Street in Sanford
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Pine Tree Activism @pinetreeactivism.org · 14h
I'm so tired of my heart feeling broken. #AbolishICE #ICE-OUT #ORGANIZE #RESIST #OPPOSE #NonViolenceIsPower #EveryEffortCounts #GetInvolved & #VOTE
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Maine Newsroom @mainenewsroom.com · 16h
9/29 Mainer-slash-historian @hcrichardson.bsky.social on the best way Mainers can influence the Senate election, speaking at a campaign event for Troy Jackson at USM in Portland Monday evening #maine #MEpolitics
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Lincoln County Indivisible Maine @lcimaine.bsky.social · 16h
The recording of last night's conversation between HCR and TJ. www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUPC...
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Community Conversation w/ Troy Jackson and Heather Cox Richardson | Solidarity Forever Tour
YouTube video by Troy Jackson for Maine
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 15h
Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee. to.pbs.org/3VUAJwG
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WATCH LIVE: Jack Smith testifies before Senate Judiciary as GOP targets past Trump probes
This week's Senate Judiciary hearing comes after a key Republican lawmaker said in July he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation o...
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Joshua Wattles @joshdsw.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Troy Jackson is possibly the most dangerous man in US politics. His weapon: uncommon common sense to do good and be fair ton the people of the county. Give him your money. If you know people in Maine, get them to vote for this guy. @troyjackson207.bsky.social @hcrichardson.bsky.social
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HCR HQ @hcrhq.bsky.social · 22h
September 28, 2026 It has become routine for Trump to spend the weekend posting wildly on social media, and this weekend was no exception. After attacking the press on Saturday morning, at 9:18 he posted a video with foreboding music that sped up as the video played, showing a glowering Trump….
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September 28, 2026
It has become routine for Trump to spend the weekend posting wildly on social media, and this weekend was no exception.
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Margaret Forsyth @margaretforsyth.bsky.social · 17h
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Community Conversation w/ Troy Jackson and Heather Cox Richardson | Solidarity Forever Tour
YouTube video by Troy Jackson for Maine
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Heartless Birch @heartlessbirch.bsky.social · 17h
News Center Maine has some insane framing of the actual story. #susancollins #collinswatch
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Matt Dunlap @dunlapforcongress.bsky.social · 15h
📢 Orono 📢 Join me on Thursday, October 8th at University of Maine! I've always made it a priority to be accessible to the people I represent, so come with your questions, your concerns, whatever's on your mind. I want to hear from you. Sign up at www.mobilize.us/dunlapforcon...
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Matt Dunlap @dunlapforcongress.bsky.social · 16h
I've been a sportsman in Maine my whole life, long before I thought about running for office. Paul LePage's record on Maine's outdoors speaks for itself, he's sided with developers over conservation again and again. Sportsmen deserve better in Washington. Watch our new ad 📺️ 👇️
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Happy to be speaking with @hcrichardson.bsky.social tonight!
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SMcDonnell @smcdonnell.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
@troyjackson207.bsky.social interviewed by @hcrichardson.bsky.social was so good. You can watch it here. www.c-span.org/program/camp...
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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 28/09/2026
Cuts to SNAP benefits may affect funding for Maine's school-meals-for-all policy, advocates say www.mainepublic.org/education-news/…
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Maine Beacon @mainebeacon.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Maine veterans are demanding answers from Sen. Susan Collins after a federal investigation into alleged corruption involving the senator and a major campaign donor was shut down under the Trump administration.
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Maine veterans demand answers from Collins over defense contractor campaign donation - Maine Beacon
Maine veterans gathered in Bangor on Monday to demand answers from Sen. Susan Collins following revelations that federal investigators had been investigating allegations of a pay-to-play arrangement i...
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Maine Public @mainepublic.org · 28/09/2026
Northern Mainers fear they can't afford heating bills this winter www.mainepublic.org/business-and-ec…
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I’m pissed off, and I’m going to fight to put an end to this madness when I reach the Senate.
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Common Dreams @commondreams.org · 28/09/2026
US Food Banks Under Strain as Trump Policies Drive Up Costs
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US Food Banks Under Strain as Trump Policies Drive Up Costs
President Trump's Iran War and SNAP cuts are straining food banks nationwide. Increased demand and shipping costs are impacting communities.
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Common Dreams @commondreams.org · 28/09/2026
The Trump administration has waged a war on clean energy during its second term. But according to newly published government data, it hasn't worked. Renewables have added 34 times the capacity of fossil fuels and nuclear power over the last 18 months.
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Despite Trump’s War on Clean Energy, Renewables Have Added 34 Times More Capacity Than Fossil Fuels and Nuclear
“Clearly, the White House has bet on the wrong horse.”
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Joshua Failé @joshuafaile.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#MEpolitics: A must watch from William Turton, one of the journalists behind @propublica.org’s blockbuster Susan Collins corruption investigation, explaining what they discovered, and debunking Collins’ misleading claims or outright lies in response to their extensively researched reporting.
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Amy Fried @asfried.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Here's my overview of the state of the Maine Senate race. Thoughts, #mepolitics crew? www.ms.now/opinion/susa...
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Opinion | Why Susan Collins is hanging on so tightly in Maine
A new poll provided a reality check to Democrats’ hopes that Troy Jackson would unseat the Republican incumbent.
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Ruth’s Ghost @ginsburgsghost.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
True. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/etimes/trend...
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Meet Tim Sweeney: The Epic Games billionaire who quietly bought 50,000 acres of forest to save it from developers | - The Times of India
Trending News: While many tech billionaires are known for lavish homes, private islands or luxury yachts, one gaming executive has spent years quietly doing the oppo.
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Lincoln County Indivisible Maine @lcimaine.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Standout in Unity at the Common Ground Fair last Saturday! Indivisible Waldo County, Audacity and Lincoln County Indivisible. Quite a Group!!
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The Maine Monitor @themainemonitor.org · 28/09/2026
When asked for their thoughts about what the next governor of Maine should prioritize, Common Ground Fair attendees identified a wide range of issues, which they wrote down on sticky notes displayed at The Monitor booth.
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This is what concerns Common Ground Fair attendees
Monitor Editor Kate Cough gave a talk about local news and the Maine news landscape. Listeners lamented the loss of local news in their communities.
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Tucker @tuckerinmaine.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I did a shift with MCHPP this past weekend and am amazed at their workload. And now I see this post from Good Shepherd. Folks, people need help. "Since eligibility changes went into effect last October, more than 15,000 Mainers, including more than 4,000 children, have lost SNAP benefits."
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State of Hunger 2026 | Good Shepherd Food Bank
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Jordan Wood @jordanwood.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Volunteer events are all here! www.mobilize.us/mainecoordin...
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Join the Maine Coordinated Campaign! · Maine Coordinated Campaign on Mobilize
Find events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with Maine Coordinated Campaign.
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Jordan Wood @jordanwood.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Susan Collins helped write the STOCK Act. Then she broke it. 24 trades. Up to $395,000. Now she refuses to ban congressional stock trading. Troy Jackson will. Collins is corrupt. A snake. Vote her out.
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Common Dreams @commondreams.org · 28/09/2026
New Trump Child Care Plan Would Strip Resources From Low-Income Working Families
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New Trump Child Care Plan Would Strip Resources From Low-Income Working Families
The administration has proposed the worst possible plan to help struggling families.
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Troy Jackson @troyjackson207.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
I am going to fight like hell for Medicare for All.
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