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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 2d

We're visiting Ellsworth this Friday, October 10th, for another stop on our housing tour. Join us to discuss Maine's housing challenges and share your thoughts on some solutions. RSVP here: hp4gov.com/housing-tour...

RSVP for our Housing Roundtable - October 10th in Ellsworth

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you to Congressman Jamie Raskin for joining us in Maine for an inspiring conversation about voting rights. It was an honor to host the Congressman and I'm thrilled to have his support in this race. Thank you as well to Joann Bautista for being an excellent moderator.

Remember: Vote No on 1!

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 6d

The 54,000 Mainers who rely on the PTC cannot afford the type of increases that are coming in 2026. Republicans in Washington are opposed to extending these subsidies. It’s time to hold them accountable and fight to protect affordable healthcare for Maine families.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 7d

In my 20s, I relied on Planned Parenthood for my primary care, and I know so many others that do the same. I'm deeply saddened by this news.

We need a governor who will fight to protect access, to keep our clinics open, and to make sure every Mainer can get the care they need.

Maine Family Planning will close its primary care practice at end of October

The organization says the decision will affect hundreds of patients and is the result of a new federal law that bans providers who also offer abortions from billing Medicaid.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 7d

This shutdown threatens health care for thousands of Mainers, food assistance, and puts families’ livelihoods at risk.

As Governor, I’ll fight to protect Mainers and make sure families come first.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 8d

Maine’s free community college program works. As Governor, I’ll make it permanent. Students, parents, teachers & employers all see the difference: affordable, accessible higher ed that builds the workforce we need in health care, schools, trades & more. Let’s get this done.

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What’s at stake as Maine weighs the future of free community college • Maine Morning Star

Growing up, Salem Carmichael’s family lived paycheck to paycheck, so she never considered college an option. She had always been interested in early childhood education, but didn’t think she’d be able...

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 9d

We're continuing the housing conversation this Thursday 10/2 in Kittery. RSVP at hp4gov.com/housing-tour-kittery. See you there!

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 21d

Today on National Constitution Day, we honor the foundation of our democracy. On October 3rd, Congressman and constitutional scholar Jamie Raskin will join us in Maine to talk about protecting these core constitutional values and the future of our democracy.

RSVP here: hp4gov.com/raskin-forum

Voting Rights Forum with Congressman Jamie Raskin

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 21d

CMP’s latest request for a multi-year rate increase is egregious and out of touch with Maine’s affordability crisis.
Upgrading the grid matters, but Mainers shouldn’t foot the bill for corporate greed after years of underinvestment. The PUC must stand up to CMP and put Maine people first.

CMP’s new plan would increase bills — again. Mills calls that ‘unacceptable’

Though state officials say Mainers are already struggling to pay their electric bills, the utility says the distribution rate increases for hiring and resiliency upgrades would occur as some tempor…

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 23d

Congressman Jamie Raskin and I invite you to a critical forum on voting rights and the forces threatening our democracy in Maine and across the country. Please join us October 3rd in Portland. RSVP here:
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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 26d

Reports last night that a parent was detained by unidentified immigration officials outside Talbot Elementary in Portland during school drop-off are deeply disturbing. Maine families deserve better. We must stand up and reject these tactics and defend the values of dignity, compassion, and community

Detention of parent near Portland school is ‘traumatic’ for community, board chair says

District officials say officers in 'police' vests driving unmarked vans refused to identify themselves as they took the parent into custody Thursday morning near Gerald E. Talbot Community School.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 27d

Today, let us honor their memory not only with reflection, but with action—by recommitting ourselves to one another, to our shared values, and to our democracy.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 27d

Out of that tragedy, Mainers showed up—as we always do. Firefighters and first responders from across our state traveled to Ground Zero to help in the face of tragedy. I thank them for their bravery and their service. Their courage remind us of the strength and resilience that carry Maine forward.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 27d

Today, we pause to remember the lives tragically lost on September 11th, 2001. Nearly 3,000 people were taken from us that day, including six Mainers from Lewiston, Portland, Lubec, Gray, and Gorham. Close friends lost their loved ones and my heart still breaks for them.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 28d

Political violence is never acceptable and should be universally condemned. My thoughts tonight are with the family of Charlie Kirk, those harmed today in Colorado, and all families impacted by gun violence.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 28d

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Democratic gubenatorial candidate Hannah Pingree to hold listening sessions on housing

BANGOR -- In tandem with the housing conference in Bangor, Democratic candidate for governor, Hannah Pingree, held a listening session in the city to gain more insight into housing challenges.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · 28d

Housing is one of the biggest challenge facing Maine families today. Rising costs are pushing people out of their communities, and we can’t afford leaders who look the other way. I know the next governor must make affordable housing a top priority.

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Hannah Pingree says next governor must make affordable housing a ‘top issue’ • Maine Morning Star

Democratic candidate Hannah Pingree said making affordable housing accessible to more Mainers needs to be a top issue for whoever becomes the state’s next governor.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 3

My Labor Day was well spent with good food and good people! After the Southern Maine Labor Council breakfast in Portland, I attended a cookout with the Amalgamated Transit Union, then headed up to Brewer for the Eastern Maine Labor Council's evening celebration.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 1

Perkins warned that "no politician, no political party, no political group could possibly destroy this Act and still maintain our democratic system." Today, we celebrate workers and recommit ourselves to the incredible spirit of Perkins' fight.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 1

Today is about the power of organized labor—and the continued fight for fair wages, safe workplaces, and an economy that benefits workers. We know there are incredible imbalances in our system, unprecedented wealth inequality and powerful interests in Washington trying to roll-back workers rights.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 1

She succeeded in advancing the Fair Labor Standards Act, minimum wage, overtime for 40+ hour work weeks, child labor laws and the Social Security Act - which just celebrated it's 90th birthday! Ever since Frances Perkins left office, powerful business interests have worked to roll back her legacy.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 1

A courageous woman with Maine roots, Frances Perkins, ran FDR's Department of Labor. She proposed to President Roosevelt the following list of policy ideas: the 40-hour week, minimum wage, workers comp, unemployment insurance, a ban on child labor, social security, and health insurance.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Sep 1

Labor Day is about honoring American workers, the progress of the labor movement, and how far we've come. I’m grateful for every Mainer who shows up, puts in the effort, and keeps our state moving forward. Today, I’d like to honor the first female cabinet secretary in US history, Frances Perkins.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Aug 31

The failure of federal policy leaders to protect the health and safety of Americans, and turn their back on life-saving advances, will require more and actions like this by strong Governors who are willing to do what needs to be done to save lives.

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Hannah Pingree @hannahpingree.bsky.social · Aug 31

The reckless decisions at the US Department of Health and Human Services put new responsibilities on Governors and states. Maine, working with seven other states, has already started to advance new public health guidance and consider policy options to protect the public.

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