Question 6 is about printing the Maine Constitution in full. The Maine legislature agreed that Maine’s Constitution should be printed accurately and be fully transparent. That’s why Republicans and Democrats unanimously supported the legislation to send to the voters.
The Wabanaki people were written into the Maine Constitution. The fact that the original treaty obligations were hidden sends a message to the Wabanaki nations that the agreements and relationships between the state of Maine and Wabanaki tribal governments are not important or worthwhile. We can honor this shared history together by once again including treaty obligations in printed copies of the Maine Constitution.
People understanding the history, commitments, and obligations governments made to the Wabanaki tribes is essential for a healthy relationship between the Wabanaki and the State of Maine. This way we can move forward together.
Support Question 6 so we can educate Mainers on Maine's history.