Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
Maine parties race to fill 186 open legislative seats ahead of primary, with control of the House and Senate at stake.
With less than a month until the primary deadline, Maine’s major parties are scrambling to fill 186 legislative seats as term limits and retirements create open races.
Democrats lack candidates in 51 House and four Senate races, Republicans in 50 House and 14 Senate contests, with 19 House races entirely vacant.
Control of the 151-member House—currently 75-73 Democrat-led—could hinge on a few key districts, while the 35-member Senate is split 20-14.
A special election in Lewiston to replace outgoing Democrat Kristen Cloutier draws national attention.
Both parties are prioritizing locally connected candidates amid political noise, with Republicans hoping U.S. Sen. Susan Collins’ presence boosts down-ballot prospects.
Los partidos de Maine compiten para llenar 186 asientos legislativos abiertos antes de las primarias, con el control de la Cámara y el Senado en juego.