Mike Michaud

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Mike Michaud

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Governor
Date of Birth January 18, 1955 (Age: 71)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Mike Michaud grew up in Medway, Maine, and graduated from Schenck High School. He began his career as a mill worker and supervisor at Great Northern Paper Company, where he became a member of the United Steelworkers. Michaud transitioned to the public sector after nearly three decades in the private sector. He has held various leadership roles, including serving as Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training under President Barack Obama. Michaud has also been active in local governance and education, serving on the Board of Selectmen and as a trustee for the University of Maine System and the Maine Community College System.

Political Ideas

Mike Michaud's political identity is marked by a blend of deeply rooted regionalism and progressive advocacy, particularly for veterans and environmental protection. His career reveals an unexpected convergence of industrial and environmental interests, suggesting a nuanced approach to policy-making. Michaud's rhetorical style is marked by authenticity, especially in his personal coming out as the first openly LGBT congressman from Maine, which adds a compelling layer to his advocacy for LGBT rights.

Campaigns
2014: Maine State Governor

Election History

Maine gubernatorial election, 2014

265,114 votes (43.37%)

Loss

Winner: Paul LePage

Maine Governor 2014, Democrat Primary

56,286 votes (86.48%)

Win
2012: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine's 2nd congressional district, 2012

191,456 votes (58.20%)

Win
2010: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine's 2nd district general election, November 2, 2010

147,042 votes (55.13%)

Win
2008: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine's 2nd congressional district election, 2008

226,274 votes (67.44%)

Win
2006: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine's 2nd congressional district election, 2006

179,772 votes (70.52%)

Win
2004: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine House of Representatives 2nd District

58.00% of vote

Win
2002: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Maine House of Representatives 2nd District

52.01% of vote

Win