Both of Maine's seats in the United States House of Representatives were up for election in 2010. In District 1, Democratic incumbent Chellie Pingree faced Republican Dean Peter Scontras, co-owner of an alternative energy company. In District 2, Democratic incumbent Mike Michaud faced Republican Jason John Levesque, founder of direct-response marketing firm Argo Marketing.[1]
Incumbent GovernorJohn Baldacci is term-limited and could not run for re-election in 2010. Republican Paul LePage narrowly beat Independent Eliot Cutler in the 5-way race.
State Senate
All 35 seats of the Maine Senate were up for election in 2010.[2]
Five measures were approved in the June 8 election.
Three measures will appear on the November 2 general election ballot:
1. conservation bonds
2. dental care bonds
3. a casino in Oxford
The following county offices, which vary depending on the county, are up for election in 2010: Judge of Probate, Register of Probate, County Treasurer, Register of Deeds, Sheriff, District Attorney and County Commissioner.[2]