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Rep. Laurel Libby

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Rep. Laurel Libby

We speak with Rep. Laurel Libby on the incident in Auburn

Also, Voter ID for ME is a grassroots citizen-led initiative to implement Voter ID in Maine. The Maine legislature has repeatedly refused to strengthen our elections via legislation like Voter ID. We, the citizens, can do what the legislature will not and take the question directly to Maine voters at the ballot box, thanks to our 1st amendment right to petition our government.

To make the ballot in 2025, signatures would need to be submitted by Jan. 23, 2025, according to the secretary of state’s office.

https://voteridforme.com

 

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