Maine State Senate District 5

Current seat holder: Russell J. Black.

Robert Sullebarger

Robert Sullebarger of Rome (listed by the Secretary of State as Robert F. Sullebarger) is a Democratic candidate for the Maine State Senate in District 5 (Franklin, Kennebec, Somerset County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. According to the Maine Secretary of State 2026 General Election Candidate List, Robert Sullebarger resides in Rome and qualified for the District 5 general election ballot.

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“I'm an engineer and business leader who’s spent my career building companies, creating jobs, and solving real-world problems.” (Campaign website)
“I'm an engineer and business leader who’s spent my career building companies, creating jobs, and solving real-world problems. My wife and I have been married 36 years, raised two kids, and I’ve always believed in giving back to my community.” (Campaign website)
“My wife and I have been married 36 years, raised two kids, and I’ve always believed in giving back to my community.” (Campaign website)

Elizabeth Caruso

Elizabeth Caruso of Caratunk (listed by the Secretary of State as Elizabeth M. Caruso) is a Republican candidate for the Maine State Senate in District 5 (Franklin, Kennebec, Somerset County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Elizabeth Caruso earned a bachelor's degree and a graduate degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1991 and 1994, respectively.

“I am not a career politician funded by big money in DC. I am a working-class mother, business owner and rural Maine elected official who citizens can identify with to restore their confidence in government.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))
“I am a working-class mother, business owner and rural Maine elected official who citizens can identify with to restore their confidence in government.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))
“I signed the US Term Limit Amendment Pledge. Elected officials are serving their constituents not pursing a political career.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))