A Pause to Discuss the Primaries

We now know the gubernatorial lineup for this November; Libby Mitchell (D), Paul LePage (R), Eliot Cutler (I), Shawn Moody (I), and Kevin Scott (I).  Though the general is in its infancy, it is a good time to explore some … Continue reading

An Early Look At The Primary Maps

I did some quick charting of the candidate’s performance in the counties of Maine. For the Republican field, the various colors of red signify counties carried by LePage.  Light red is a county he won by less than ten percent, … Continue reading

Pine Tree Politics Calling The Race For Libby Mitchell

With a large lead and roughly half the votes in, Libby Mitchell appears to have secured the Democratic nomination. She is showing strength in Portland, Bangor and Lewiston, and is consistently winning state wide. It is over. Libby Mitchell is … Continue reading

We’re Finally Here: What To Expect Today At The Polls

In the past week or two, the state of the race has become a little bit more clear.  The muddled field is still muddled, and there are still a dozen different potential outcomes today, but at least now we seem … Continue reading

Primary Final Thoughts

I woke up this morning and almost pinched myself.  Is it really the day before the primaries?  Is this almost over?  Well half over anyway.  Yes we’ve been discussing this campaign for what seems like forever.  Now tomorrow it’s time … Continue reading