Maine State Senate District 9

Current seat holder: Joseph M. Baldacci.

Amy Roeder

Amy Roeder of Bangor (listed by the Secretary of State as Amy J. Roeder) is a Democratic candidate for the Maine State Senate in District 9 (Penobscot County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Amy Roeder was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota .

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“We need bold investments, zoning reforms, and public-private partnerships to tackle Maine’s housing crisis and ensure families can afford to stay and thrive here.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))
“A Prayer for Owen Meaney by John Irving I am a huge fan of Irving's way with narrative; the way he blends the future into the present and past. Ultimately, this book is about love and family, but the overarching theme of destiny and sacrifice is what really punches you in the heart.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))
“Hearing from people in recovery and people who have lost friends and family to SUD on bills to expand the Good Samaritan laws in Maine, funding for recovery community centers and rural recovery residences were powerful and will stay with me always.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection (secondary source))

Stephen Carey

Stephen Carey of Bangor (listed by the Secretary of State as Stephen Richard Carey) is a Independent candidate for the Maine State Senate in District 9 (Penobscot County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. According to the Maine Secretary of State 2026 General Election Candidate List, Stephen Carey resides in Bangor and qualified for the District 9 general election ballot.

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“I'm running as an Independent candidate for State Senate to serve YOU. My mission is simple: find solutions to the challenges facing our community and make them a reality.” (Campaign website)
“My mission is simple: find solutions to the challenges facing our community and make them a reality.” (Campaign website)