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Indivisible Greater Portland Rally Encourages Midterm Voting

Portland, Maine, United States · Oct 17, 2026

Is it still on?

NOIt was a one-day action on Oct 17.

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Why they are protesting
Protesters gathered to encourage early midterm voting and express opposition to Republican incumbent Susan Collins and President Donald Trump.
What they want
Elect Maine Democrats, oust Republican incumbent Susan Collins from the U.S. Senate, and ensure democratic values prevail.
What changed
Oct 17: Indivisible Greater Portland held a rally at Deering Oaks featuring speakers such as Elizabeth Warren, Troy Jackson, and Hannah Pingree.
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What protesters want

  • Vote early in the midterm elections
  • Elect Maine Democrats
  • Defeat Susan Collins

Organised by: Indivisible Greater Portland

What authorities say

No official response reported in the sources.

The numbers

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Crowd
400
about 400 people gathered in Deering Oaks on Saturday1

The full story

Organised by Indivisible Greater Portland, a rally took place at Deering Oaks in Portland, Maine, coinciding with the fourth national "No Kings" day. Hundreds of people gathered to encourage early voting in the upcoming midterm elections, support Democratic candidates, and oppose Republican incumbent U.S. Senator Susan Collins and President Donald Trump. Featured speakers included U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson, and gubernatorial candidate Hannah Pingree. Speakers discussed issues including healthcare, the war in Iran, rising heating oil costs, immigration, and abortion, while attributing Maine's affordability challenges to Collins. Participants held signs bearing messages such as "Retire Susan" and "Vote." No official response or actions by authorities were reported.

Timeline

  1. About 400 people gathered at Deering Oaks in Portland for a rally organized by Indivisible Greater Portland.1

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