Pingree invites public to submit ideas for transition after election win

By: Eesha Pendharkar

Outlets: Maine Morning Star

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 507

Last Updated: 5 days, 6 hours ago

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Fueled by little sleep, almost enough coffee and dozens of supporters touting “Governor-elect Hannah Pingree” signs, the second woman to serve as Maine’s chief executive celebrated her victory in Portland on Wednesday morning.

While results are still coming in, The Associated Press reported as of noon that she secured 55.1%, with 91% of votes counted. Pingree is among at least 17 women that voters elected governor across the country Tuesday, …

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