Campaign Announces Endorsements from more than 100 Current and Former Elected Officials Across Maine
BIDDEFORD, ME — Today, Hannah Pingree announced that Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau, along with a long list of more than 100 current and former elected officials across the state, have endorsed her campaign for Governor of Maine. The wave of support reflects the growing momentum of Hannah’s campaign and signals broad confidence in her leadership across Maine.
During a press conference announcing Fecteau’s endorsement, Hannah also released the full slate of more than 100 leaders who are backing her campaign. Hannah and Speaker Fecteau highlighted the urgency of addressing Maine’s affordability and housing crises, strengthening communities, and ensuring the state remains a place where people can live, work, and build their futures.
“Strong leadership matters now more than ever,” said Hannah. “I’m grateful for the support of Speaker Fecteau and so many other elected officials who share our vision for Maine. Our democracy faces grave threats from the Trump Administration, and Governors are the first line of defense. They’ve also got to be ready to do the hard work of solving big problems – like ensuring that health care and housing are affordable and accessible. I’m honored that Speaker Fecteau and so many other elected officials are standing with me, lending their support as we work together to fight for Maine families, strengthen our communities, and defend our values at every level of government.”
Pingree, a former Speaker of the House and state leader, has built her career taking on tough fights and delivering results for Maine people, earning a reputation as a leader who tackles big challenges head-on. Her campaign continues that mission, bringing together elected leaders and communities across the state to fight for Maine families and make the state stronger for years to come.
“Hannah has a proven track record of getting things done for Mainers,” said House Speaker Ryan Fecteau (D-Biddeford). “From her leadership in the Legislature, to her work in the Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, Hannah always shows up to face complex challenges and finds ways to solve them. And on top of that, she’s a great person – dedicated, fair, and kind. I am proud to endorse Hannah to be Maine’s next Governor.”
The press conference was held at the former Biddeford Courthouse, a building now being transformed into much-needed housing thanks to recent legislation. Hannah was joined by a powerful coalition of current and former elected officials who have endorsed her campaign, standing alongside her and Speaker Fecteau demonstrating the broad support and momentum of her campaign.
“Hannah Pingree is the right choice for Maine right now,” said former Senate Majority Leader Eloise Vitelli. “I’ve seen her lead with courage, integrity and vision. I’ve seen her stand up for Maine families. And I’ve seen how she delivers results. She’s the only candidate in this race ready to lead Maine on day one and I couldn’t be more supportive of her candidacy.”
“I had the privilege of serving in the Legislature when Hannah was Speaker,” said former Speaker of the House Mark Eves. “I saw firsthand how she took on tough fights – from advancing marriage equality to standing up to powerful industries, all while leading with steady, strong resolve. Maine needs her as governor and I’m proud to endorse her.”
Photos and videos of the event available upon request.
ENDORSEMENTS ANNOUNCED NOVEMBER 7
Legislative Leaders
- Speaker Ryan Fecteau of Biddeford, Speaker of the House
- Rep. Matt Moonen of Portland, House Majority Leader
- Hon. Henry Beck of Waterville, Former State Treasurer, Maine House
- Rep. Michael Brennan of Portland, Maine House, former Senate Majority Leader, former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Emily Cain of Penobscot County, Former House Minority Leader, Maine Senate
- Hon. Kristen Cloutier of Lewiston, Former House Assistant Majority Leader
- Hon. Glenn Cummings of Portland, Former Speaker of the House
- Hon. Mark Eves of North Berwick, Former Speaker of the House
- Hon. Roger Katz of Kennebec County, Former Assistant Senate Minority Leader, Former Mayor of Augusta
- Hon. John Piotti of Unity, Former House Majority Leader
- Hon. Steven Rowe of Portland, Former Attorney General, Former Speaker of the House
- Hon. Mike Saxl of Portland, Former Speaker of the House
- Hon. Maureen Terry of Gorham, Former House Majority Leader
- Hon. Eloise Vitelli of Sagadahoc County, Former Senate Majority Leader
Legislators
- Hon. Chris Babbidge of Kennebunk, Maine House
- Hon. Chris Barstow of Gorham, Maine House
- Hon. Stephen Beaudette of Biddeford, Maine House and Former Biddeford City Councilor
- Sen. Pinny Beebe-Center of Knox County, Maine Senate
- Rep. Art Bell of Yarmouth, Maine House
- Hon. David Brenerman of Portland, Maine House, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Lynn Bromley of Cumberland County, Maine Senate
- Hon. Tom Bull of Freeport, Maine House
- Hon. Marilyn Canavan of Waterville, Maine House
- Hon. Mike Carey of Lewiston, Maine House
- Sen. Anne Carney of Cumberland County, Maine Senate
- Hon. Richard Cleary of Houlton, Maine House
- Hon. Gary Connor of Kennebunk, Maine House
- Hon. Susan Dorr of Camden, Maine House
- Rep. Vicki Doudera of Camden, Maine House
- Hon. Tim Driscoll of Westbrook, Maine House
- Hon. Bob Duchesne of Hudson, Maine House
- Hon. Ben Dudley of Portland, Maine House
- Hon. Jane Eberle of South Portland, Maine House
- Hon. David Etnier of Harpswell, Maine House
- Hon. Dick Farnsworth of Portland, Maine House
- Hon. Victoria Foley of Biddeford, Maine House
- Hon. Betty Austin Frederic of Skowhegan, Maine House
- Rep. Drew Gattine of Westbrook, Maine House
- Rep. Valli Geiger of Rockland, Maine House
- Rep. Traci Gere of Kennebunkport, Maine House
- Hon. Connie Goldman of Cape Elizabeth, Maine House
- Hon. Skip Greenlaw of Stonington, Maine House
- Rep. Allison Hepler of Woolwich, Maine House
- Hon. Brian Hubbell of Bar Harbor, Maine House
- Sen. Henry Ingwersen of York County, Maine Senate
- Hon. Peter Kent of Woolwich, Maine House
- Hon. Ted Koffman of Bar Harbor, Maine House
- Hon. Tori Kornfield of Bangor, Maine House
- Hon. Chuck Kruger of Thomaston, Maine House
- Rep. Amy Kuhn of Falmouth, Maine House
- Hon. Walter Kumiega of Deer Isle, Maine House
- Hon. Steve Lovejoy of Portland, Maine House
- Hon. Boyd Marley of Portland, Maine House
- Hon. Genevieve McDonald of Stonington, Maine House
- Hon. Barbara Merrill of Appleton, Maine House
- Rep. Michele Meyer of Eliot, Maine House
- Hon. Lisa Miller of Somerville, Maine House
- Hon. Peter Mills of Somerset County, Maine Senate
- Hon. Charlie Mitchell of Vassalboro, Maine House
- Hon. J. Elizabeth Mitchell of Portland, Maine House
- Rep. Kelly Noonan Murphy of Scarborough, Maine House
- Hon. Leila Percy of Phippsburg, Maine House
- Hon. Chris Rector of Knox County, Maine Senate
- Rep. Morgan Rielly of Westbrook, Maine House
- Hon. Tina Riley of Jay, Maine House
- Hon. Megan Rochelo of Biddeford, Maine House
- Rep. Gerry Runte of York, Maine House
- Rep. Sue Salisbury of Westbrook, Maine House
- Hon. Linda Sanborn of Cumberland County, Maine Senate
- Rep. Holly Sargent of York, Maine House
- Rep. Dan Sayre of Kennebunk, Maine House
- Hon. Jim Schatz of Blue Hill, Maine House
- Hon. Erin Sheehan of Biddeford, Maine House
- Rep. David Sinclair of Bath, Maine House
- Hon. Nancy Smith of Monmouth, Maine House
- Rep. Holly Stover of Boothbay, Maine House
- Hon. Peter Stuckey of Portland, Maine House
- Hon. Ed Suslovic of Portland, Maine House, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Jonathan Thomas of Orono, Maine House
- Hon. Pam Trinward of Waterville, Maine House
- Hon. Ralph Tucker of Brunswick, Maine House
- Hon. Dick Wagner of Lewiston, Maine House
- Hon. Joan Welsh of Rockport, Maine House
- Hon. Dick Woodbury of Cumberland County, Maine Senate
Municipal/County Elected Officials
- Hon. Jean-Marie Caterina of Scarborough, Cumberland County Commissioner
- Hon. Tae Chong of Portland, Former City Councilor
- Hon. James Cohen of Portland, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Charles Crosby III of Topsham, Sagadahoc County Commissioner
- Hon. Nate Davis of Rockland
- Hon. Dylan Doughty of Biddeford, City Councilor
- Hon. Benjamin Gagnon of Hallowell, City Councilor
- Hon. Karen Geraghty of Portland, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Edward Glaser of Rockland, Knox County Commissioner
- Hon. Morgan Hynd of Warren, Knox County Commissioner
- Hon. Neil Jamieson of Scarborough, Former Cumberland County Commissioner
- Hon. Adam Lachman of Rockland
- Hon. Richard Matthews of South Portland, Mayor of South Portland
- Hon. Nick Mavadones of Portland, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Walter McKee of Hallowell, City Councilor
- Hon. Pam Plumb of Portland, Former Mayor of Portland
- Hon. Misha Pride of South Portland, City Councilor and Former Mayor
- Hon. Brendan Rielly of Westbrook, Former City Councilor
- Hon. Jonathan Sahrbeck of Cape Elizabeth, Former District Attorney for Cumberland County and Current Town Councilor
- Hon. Spencer Thibodeau of Portland, Former City Councilor
- Hon. Daniel Tremble of Bangor, Penobscot County Commissioner
- Hon. Penny York of Rockland
For more information on Hannah Pingree’s campaign, visit www.hannahforgovernor.com.
###
