Who will be Maine’s next Secretary of State?

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Who will be Maine's next Secretary of State?

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This week, Esther, Ben and Mike handicap the behind-the-scenes race for Secretary of State and recap a recent public forum where the six candidates shared their views.

Also: Ryan Fecteau will be the new Speaker of the Maine House and other Democrats have ascended to legislative leadership. What will this mean for a unique legislative session beginning in January.

Plus: Maine’s cases of COVID-19 surge. What more can be done to save lives until a vaccine is available?

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Photo: Current Maine Secretary of State Matt Dunlap | Office of the Secretary of State