Steve Mistler

Portland Press Herald

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Published
October 31, 2012

Feud puts Maine poll-watchers under microscope

Democrats fear Republicans will use the tactic to suppress voting, but Republicans say both parties will be observing.
Published
October 29, 2012

Maine U.S. Senate candidates engage in feisty TV debate

But it occurred amid reports that national groups are withdrawing from Maine, signaling their belief Maine’s race might be over.
Published
October 26, 2012

US Senate campaigns wage battle via news outlets’ online comments

The Sept. 18 email from an Angus King campaign staffer to the interns was marked urgent. “Take action!!” was stripped across the top in a bold font.
Published
October 25, 2012

When King is criticized online, staff returns fire

Internal emails show campaign volunteers often post countering comments using a screen alias, and experts say that’s not uncommon.
Published
October 24, 2012

Snowe appears in ad backing state senate candidate

Maine U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe has a history of campaigning with down-ticket candidates, but this year she’s going the extra mile.
Published
October 23, 2012

Romney Super PAC buys TV ads in Maine

The ad buy shows that Maine’s 2nd District could be a factor in the tight presidential race.
Published
October 22, 2012

Tight race bringing Obama back to New Hampshire

The president’s campaign stop in Nashua will mark his sixth visit to the Granite State this year.
Published
October 20, 2012

Top Maine political donors betting on Democrats

Mainers have contributed $8.5 million for federal elections, with 20 percent coming from 10 individuals.
Published
October 19, 2012

Maine’s political donations at $8.5 million

Mainers have donated more than $8.5 million to federal candidates and political committees this election cycle. Individual donors number in the thousands, but a select few are spending more than most.
Published
October 18, 2012

Obama campaigns for N.H. votes

The president paints his opponent as a slick huckster whose policies are void of details.