
Dysfunction, corruption, and incompetence reigns, and our imperfect democracy and checks and balances system have proven inadequate. To fix Washington, we need to substantially reform our governing practices and institutions and eliminate the excessive and corrupting influence that money, wealth, and disinformation over our politics and government.

"I am running for the U. S. Senate to help in ending the Trump Administration and GOP Congress's assault on our values, democracy, and environment. Repair damage already done and enact long-overdue reforms to protect against future assaults and ensure that all Mainers are provided with the education, job skills, healthcare, and other life enriching opportunities to thrive!"
– David Costello