Press Release / Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
In First TV Debate of General Election, Moody Runs From His Previous Positions
Westbrook, MAINE – Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett issued the following statement after tonight’s gubernatorial debate:
“Tonight, Mainers saw Shawn Moody run away from his past positions and completely reverse himself on others. On issues like expanding health care, fighting climate change, and properly funding our schools, Mainers just can’t trust what Shawn Moody has to say. It’s become clear that with LePage’s campaign team at the helm, he’ll say just about anything to get elected.
Press Release / Tuesday Oct 16, 2018
Poliquin Continued His False Attacks on Golden During Second ME-02 Debate
Westbrook, MAINE - Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett issued the following statement after tonight’s ME-02 Congressional candidate debate:
“Jared Golden focused on the issues—making health care more affordable and accessible, fighting the opioid crisis, and building an economy that doesn’t leave rural Mainers behind. From his combat service in the Marine Corps to his time in Maine’s legislature, Jared has proven that he has the record, temperament, and character Mainers can be proud of, and he’s ready to take a new style of leadership to Congress.
Press Release / Thursday Oct 11, 2018
Poliquin Withdraws from Upcoming Debate After Lying About His Health Care Votes During Previous Debate
Westbrook, MAINE - Bruce Poliquin withdrew from an upcoming Maine Public debate after spending much of the News Center Maine ME-02 Debate on Monday night lying about his votes to strip health coverage from Mainers.
Poliquin’s lies weren’t just reserved for his own record, though, as he frequently attacked Jared Golden’s character, questioned the patriotism of the Marine Corps veteran, and mischaracterized his record at every turn.
Blog / Thursday Oct 11, 2018
FACT CHECK: Shawn Moody's Debate Performance Was Filled with Backtracking, Falsehoods, and Inconsistencies
Westbrook, MAINE – During last night’s Portland Press Herald gubernatorial debate, Republican candidate for governor Shawn Moody ‘forgot’ his previous positions, ran away from others, and displayed a concerning lack of knowledge on key policy issues. To help keep track of Moody’s missteps, the Maine Democratic Party is providing the following fact check:
While Janet Mills made it clear where she stands on these important issues and the policy surrounding them, Shawn Moody showed that he can't be trusted and simply isn't qualified to lead our state.
Press Release / Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Mills Comes Out on Top in First Major Debate While Moody Struggles with Basic Facts and Policies
Westbrook, MAINE – Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett issued the following statement after tonight’s gubernatorial debate:
“Janet Mills once again showed Maine voters why she is by far the most qualified candidate in this race. After eight years of failed Republican leadership, Janet Mills is ready to take Maine in a new direction. She’ll expand health care, build an economy that allows everyone in our state to prosper, and improve our education system—and she has detailed policy proposals to back up her vision.
Press Release / Wednesday Oct 10, 2018
Shawn Moody Says he “Supports the Tariffs” That Hurt Maine Workers
Westbrook, MAINE – Last week, Shawn Moody told Mainers at a gubernatorial forum that he supports President Trump’s tariffs that destabilized and
Press Release / Monday Oct 8, 2018
Jared Golden Delivers Strong Performance in First Debate, Poliquin Hides from His Record
Westbrook, MAINE – Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett issued the following statement after tonight’s ME-02 Congressional candidate debate:
“While Jared Golden showed tonight that he’s the change Maine needs, Bruce Poliquin spent the entire night engaging in a character assassination of a Marine Corps combat veteran, going so far as to question his patriotism. His tactics are a sad attempt to hide his own record, and now the Maine GOP is doubling down on the same disturbing line of attack."
Press Release / Monday Oct 8, 2018
ICYMI: Moody Doubles-Down on Overfunded Comment by Complaining About Additional Voter-Approved School Funding
Westbrook, MAINE – Republican gubernatorial candidate Shawn Moody really doesn’t like Maine schools receiving adequate funding.
Press Release / Friday Oct 5, 2018
Maine Democratic Party Responds to Sen. Collins’ Support for Judge Kavanaugh’s Confirmation
Westbrook, MAINE - Maine Democratic Party Chairman Phil Bartlett issued the following statement today after Senator Susan Collins announced her support for Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the Supreme Court:
Press Release / Friday Oct 5, 2018
Moody On Climate Change: It’s “Important Not to Overreact”
Westbrook, MAINE – Maine is getting hammered by climate change, but it’s no big deal to Republican gubernatorial candidate Shawn Moody.
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