Unsolicited advice for a young candidate

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026 ~ Randy Seaver ~ Leave a comment

Although I am no longer working as a political/PR consultant (Thank Christ), I still find the subject matter intriguing, especially when it's literally taking place in my own back yard. Today, I am pretty much consumed with running the Biddeford Gazette, a non-profit media outlet hyper-focused on covering the city of Biddeford. As part of … Continue reading Unsolicited advice for a young candidate

Maine’s 2026 midterms pose a dilemma for both Republicans and Democrats

May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 ~ Randy Seaver ~ Leave a comment

Okay, so now it's official. Former Gov. Paul LePage (Maine's own version of Donald Trump) has finally announced that he will seek the CD2 seat, now occupied by Democrat Jared Golden who won his last election in 2024 with a razor-thin majority. Will Golden try to hold his seat, or maybe buy a couple new … Continue reading Maine’s 2026 midterms pose a dilemma for both Republicans and Democrats

Ryan Fecteau: Spotlight Interview

January 24, 2023February 8, 2026 ~ Randy Seaver ~ 1 Comment

Originally published in Saco Bay News Although he majored in political science and eventually became the Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives, Ryan Fecteau’s political journey had a rather innocuous and humble beginning. Fecteau, 30, said he first became interested in politics when he was appointed as a student representative to the Biddeford School … Continue reading Ryan Fecteau: Spotlight Interview

Automatic for the People

August 27, 2013June 2, 2014 ~ Randy Seaver ~ 3 Comments

Note: Please see edits below. Maine Democrats are celebrating tonight, but I think they have a serious problem. Let me back up. Politics is fascinating. Don't puke just yet, at least not until you consider that observing politics offers the best of everything: intense drama, fierce competition and hilarious moments of human folly, all wrapped in a … Continue reading Automatic for the People

Angus S. King, Jr.

October 8, 2002February 8, 2026 ~ Randy Seaver ~ Leave a comment

By RANDY SEAVER In just a few weeks, someone else will be leading the state of Maine, and Gov. Angus S. King, Jr. seems grateful that his two terms in office are about to end. He has granted this one-on-one interview between two speaking engagements, and although it is relatively early in the morning, the … Continue reading Angus S. King, Jr.