On November 2nd the citizen’s of Maine decided to change the direction of Maine government by selecting Paul R. LePage as our next Governor and by electing a majority of Republicans to the Maine Legislature. This election resulted in historic changes with 77 Republican members of the House of Representatives and 20 members of the Senate. This will allow Republicans to control both the Governor’s office and both houses of the Legislature for the first time since 1964.

Below is a news release issued by the Maine Republican Party

MAINE GOP: UNITED AND READY TO LEAD
Republicans Control House, Senate, and Governor’s Office for First Time Since 1964
AUGUSTA – The people of Maine Tuesday called on Republicans to lead the way out of a crippling economic downturn, and Republicans are ready to answer the call.
“Our victory Tuesday came because, united, we made it clear what we are here to do: fix this economy and get Maine working again,” said Governor-Elect Paul LePage. “The people of this state have honored us with their votes, and we are humbled by the responsibility we now face. ”

“This election was an unmistakable endorsement of the principles of bringing fiscal responsibility to state government, and creating an environment for economic growth through lower taxes and less regulation — ideals espoused by our Republican candidates,” said Senator Olympia Snowe. “Maine people spoke decisively that they want to change the direction of Maine, to foster desperately needed job creation and secure a brighter future for our state.  My congratulations and appreciation goes out to the candidates and to all those who worked tirelessly to make this extraordinary victory possible.”

“It’s clear that Maine citizens want a new direction for our state.  I campaigned with Republican candidates all across the state, and everywhere we went, people told us they want more jobs, less spending, lower taxes, and more accountability in their state government,” said Senator Susan Collins. “I congratulate our candidates, our hard-working volunteers, and Chairman Charlie Webster and his team at the Maine Republican Party.  This is an historic win for Republicans, and it’s an exciting opportunity to lead Maine to a new, more prosperous future.”
“What happened Tuesday was amazing. The people of Maine stood up and took back control of their government, and we are both humbled and honored by this opportunity,” said Maine GOP Senate Leader Kevin Raye. “Our party came together as one to fight this battle, and we stand together, stronger than ever, as we begin the process of making Maine the best place in the nation to live and work.”
“What the people of Maine told our candidates this year was clear – go to Augusta and fix it,” said Maine GOP House Leader Josh Tardy. “Now that we’ve moved through this election, we are wholly focused on doing just that. We have some difficult work ahead of us, but we are ready, willing and able to get Maine working again. We have the talent, we have the passion- and we will deliver.”