This letter was submitted to Lincoln County News by our LCDC chair. It remarks on a recent critical vote on emergency funding for MaineCare and the absence of Rep. Abden Simmons....

A note from our Chair, Keith Mestrich: It’s time for Democrats to stop ceding the flag. Patriotism is not the property of any one party — but in today’s America, it’s Democrats who most consistently live out its meaning. We should say that, clearly and proudly. True patriotism isn’t performative. It’s not about waving flags bigger than your neighbor’s or chanting “USA!” louder. It’s about showing up for one another, defending the rule of law, protecting democracy, expanding rights, and striving — always — toward a more perfect union. Those are the values embedded in our founding documents. And those are...

In 2024, a citizen’s initiative campaign known as “Voter ID for ME,” collected signatures for regressive and restrictive changes to Maine’s voting laws. Join the Save Maine Absentee Voting campaign to defeat this question in November!...

The Lincoln County Democratic Committee (LCDC) is collecting items as part of an ongoing Outreach Initiative to combat food insecurity across Lincoln County. Learn more and find the latest list of needed items and how to donate....

If you would like to receive one-way communications about citizen actions or instructions on how you can make your voice heard, please opt in to receive Rapid Response Team alerts. Click here to also learn how to submit an action for the team. ...

Join us on March 11 in Damariscotta to meet with representatives from advocacy groups that work on a range of progressive issues. Learn how you can get involved on voting rights, climate action, gun safety, protecting public schools, and racial, social and economic justice....

Please consider renewing or joining us as a member of the Frances Perkins Club of Lincoln County Democrats. Your financial support and volunteering is essential in our work to progress and preserve our democracy, and we can only do it with your help. ...

On January 26, members of the Maine Democratic State Committee (DSC) will meet to elect a State Party Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Assistant Treasurer. The DSC will also elect at-large members to serve on standing committees, including the Executive Committee, Finance Committee, and Grievance Committee. Nominations are now open! Learn more here!...

Every two years, LCDC holds elections for all four officer positions and for the Chair's Designee to the Maine Democratic State Committee (DSC). It's an open election and any LCDC member may nominate themselves for any of these positions. Learn more here!...

Check out this post-election opinion piece by LCDC member and campaign volunteer Aimee Christian of Bristol. You may have seen her at the front desk in the office where she volunteer for many many shifts! Aimee shares some observations in this article that she originally wrote for her LinkedIn community of connections....

Join us at the American Legion Hall in Damariscotta after the polls close to kick back, relax, raise a glass to all of our hard work, and watch election coverage in Maine and nationwide. Sign up here to let us know your interest....

Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives Rachel Talbot Ross addressed the sold-out crowd of 120 guests at the Lincoln County Democratic Committee’s (LCDC) annual Harvest Dinner, Sunday, Oct. 6, at Le Barn event center in Jefferson. Read more and see photos....

The LCDC is hosting their biannual Rally for Democracy: A Get Out The Vote Party on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 3-6 p.m. outside at the Wells-Hussey American Legion Post #42 in Damariscotta. Short speeches including remarks by U.S. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree and Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, will begin at approximately 4 p.m. Rain or shine, this family-friendly event also features food vendors, a cash bar, and activities for all ages, including rock painting, giant connect four, a bounce house, and a mini Maine makers market. ...

LCDC will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24. Our focus will be on our Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts as we gear up for the final push of the election season. We’ll hear from many of our local county candidates, and it will be an exciting time to mobilize and energize for the weeks ahead. Let’s make this a great night—together, we can make a difference in our community! The meeting begins at 7 p.m. and will be in a hybrid format. Participants can join in person at the 2024 LCDC Campaign Headquarters, 27 River Road in...