Christian Ricci
@cricci.pro
Just a man in Maine. Curator of Posters Privilege. I care a lot about politics.
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Christian Ricci
@cricci.pro
· Feb 27
New strategy: every progressive needs to pick up a conservative-coded hobby/interest.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
Trump is a lame duck and people have realized it. That’s actually a really important step!
November 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Trump is a lame duck and people have realized it. That’s actually a really important step!
I did my own poll/survey in April- and the partisan relationship on these two questions that I found then came out to be absolutely true.
For roughly every R that supported Q2, there was a D that supported Q1.
But anti-Trump sentiment gave Ds the turnout juice they needed.
#mepolitics
For roughly every R that supported Q2, there was a D that supported Q1.
But anti-Trump sentiment gave Ds the turnout juice they needed.
#mepolitics
I'm fascinated by how closely these results on ostensibly non-partisan ballot question are essentially mirror images of each other. Sadly, I don't think we have any exit polls, but it seems there was very little ticket-splitting on these votes. #mepolitics
November 6, 2025 at 6:32 PM
I did my own poll/survey in April- and the partisan relationship on these two questions that I found then came out to be absolutely true.
For roughly every R that supported Q2, there was a D that supported Q1.
But anti-Trump sentiment gave Ds the turnout juice they needed.
#mepolitics
For roughly every R that supported Q2, there was a D that supported Q1.
But anti-Trump sentiment gave Ds the turnout juice they needed.
#mepolitics
I knew this was a garbage poll when I read it, but it did give me heartburn.
State-level polling is more difficult (and expensive) than ever, and very few pollsters can/will invest enough to do it right.
Let's remember this over the next year as national attention on us turns up! #mepolitics
State-level polling is more difficult (and expensive) than ever, and very few pollsters can/will invest enough to do it right.
Let's remember this over the next year as national attention on us turns up! #mepolitics
A lot of issues with this poll. The sample, timeframe, weighting, I all take issue with. But it is probably the only public poll we will get for a while.
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
New poll: UNH finds that November’s ballot measure in Maine that would greatly restrict mail voting, and impose voter ID, is *very* tight.
It’s 49% no, 48% yes. scholars.unh.edu/survey_cente...
One of the most suspenseful elections on November 4.
It’s 49% no, 48% yes. scholars.unh.edu/survey_cente...
One of the most suspenseful elections on November 4.
November 5, 2025 at 5:48 PM
I knew this was a garbage poll when I read it, but it did give me heartburn.
State-level polling is more difficult (and expensive) than ever, and very few pollsters can/will invest enough to do it right.
Let's remember this over the next year as national attention on us turns up! #mepolitics
State-level polling is more difficult (and expensive) than ever, and very few pollsters can/will invest enough to do it right.
Let's remember this over the next year as national attention on us turns up! #mepolitics
My commitment to this bit has only grown. I went to Martinsville this year and already have my tickets for Bowman Gray and London in 2026.
New strategy: every progressive needs to pick up a conservative-coded hobby/interest.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
November 5, 2025 at 4:58 PM
My commitment to this bit has only grown. I went to Martinsville this year and already have my tickets for Bowman Gray and London in 2026.
Celebrate.
Think about how nice it feels to win.
Wake up tomorrow determined to feel this way again in November 2026.
The work begins now!
Think about how nice it feels to win.
Wake up tomorrow determined to feel this way again in November 2026.
The work begins now!
November 5, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Celebrate.
Think about how nice it feels to win.
Wake up tomorrow determined to feel this way again in November 2026.
The work begins now!
Think about how nice it feels to win.
Wake up tomorrow determined to feel this way again in November 2026.
The work begins now!
Working for yes on 2 was such an interesting experience with the quirkiness of #mepolitics, and I’m so happy to see this cross the finish line with a victory. We will be safer for it!
November 5, 2025 at 3:44 AM
Working for yes on 2 was such an interesting experience with the quirkiness of #mepolitics, and I’m so happy to see this cross the finish line with a victory. We will be safer for it!
Vote Yes on 2. Red flag laws save lives.
#mepolitics
#mepolitics
"I think it’s worth saying upfront here because I’m tired of seeing this issue get so polarized." www.bangordailynews.com/2025/10/23/o...
Opinion: I’m a career cop, gun owner, and Republican. I’m voting yes on Question 2.
“From my experience, family members are often the first to see the warning signs if someone is in crisis.”
www.bangordailynews.com
October 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Vote Yes on 2. Red flag laws save lives.
#mepolitics
#mepolitics
A lot of issues with this poll. The sample, timeframe, weighting, I all take issue with. But it is probably the only public poll we will get for a while.
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
New poll: UNH finds that November’s ballot measure in Maine that would greatly restrict mail voting, and impose voter ID, is *very* tight.
It’s 49% no, 48% yes. scholars.unh.edu/survey_cente...
One of the most suspenseful elections on November 4.
It’s 49% no, 48% yes. scholars.unh.edu/survey_cente...
One of the most suspenseful elections on November 4.
October 23, 2025 at 7:54 PM
A lot of issues with this poll. The sample, timeframe, weighting, I all take issue with. But it is probably the only public poll we will get for a while.
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
Key takeaway: for the next 10 or so days focus on getting out the vote for No on 1 and Yes on 2.
We can resume #MESen talk later. #mepolitics
I will be at Martinsville this weekend witnessing the true meaning of freedom- which is apparently just cheap hot dogs but I’m all for it
New strategy: every progressive needs to pick up a conservative-coded hobby/interest.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
I’ve picked NASCAR.
October 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM
I will be at Martinsville this weekend witnessing the true meaning of freedom- which is apparently just cheap hot dogs but I’m all for it
So were the tattoo cover-up shops completely booked for 20 years straight?
October 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
So were the tattoo cover-up shops completely booked for 20 years straight?
Apparently, having a compromising video of you in your underwear is a common pre-requisite for #MESen candidates #mepolitics
October 21, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Apparently, having a compromising video of you in your underwear is a common pre-requisite for #MESen candidates #mepolitics
Reposted by Christian Ricci
With Governor Mills entering the US Senate Democratic Primary, Maine has become a battleground between the corporate-friendly establishment and insurgent progressive grassroots movement. My latest substack:
open.substack.com/pub/andyobri...
open.substack.com/pub/andyobri...
Maine Is a Battleground Between the Corporate-Friendly Establishment & Progressive Grassroots Insurgency in the Democratic Party
At long last, yesterday Governor Janet Mills announced her run for the Democratic nomination for U.S.
open.substack.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:48 PM
With Governor Mills entering the US Senate Democratic Primary, Maine has become a battleground between the corporate-friendly establishment and insurgent progressive grassroots movement. My latest substack:
open.substack.com/pub/andyobri...
open.substack.com/pub/andyobri...
Reposted by Christian Ricci
Party elders get their candidate in Maine. But she waited too long, setting up what will be a really fascinating primary with Graham Platner. #MEsen
Breaking News: Janet Mills, the Democratic governor of Maine, is running for Senate, aiming to unseat Senator Susan Collins, a Republican.
Gov. Janet Mills of Maine to Run for Senate, Aiming at Senator Susan Collins
A two-term Democratic governor, Ms. Mills called herself “battle tested” in an interview. But she faces a Democratic primary before she can challenge the Republican incumbent.
nyti.ms
October 14, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Party elders get their candidate in Maine. But she waited too long, setting up what will be a really fascinating primary with Graham Platner. #MEsen
A note on Mills/age and the "But Angus is older!" point.
Re-electing an incumbent for a third term in their 80s is simply not the same as electing a new JUNIOR senator to serve their first term in their 80s.
King + Collins have seniority in a chamber that requires it to do anything. #mepolitics
Re-electing an incumbent for a third term in their 80s is simply not the same as electing a new JUNIOR senator to serve their first term in their 80s.
King + Collins have seniority in a chamber that requires it to do anything. #mepolitics
October 14, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A note on Mills/age and the "But Angus is older!" point.
Re-electing an incumbent for a third term in their 80s is simply not the same as electing a new JUNIOR senator to serve their first term in their 80s.
King + Collins have seniority in a chamber that requires it to do anything. #mepolitics
Re-electing an incumbent for a third term in their 80s is simply not the same as electing a new JUNIOR senator to serve their first term in their 80s.
King + Collins have seniority in a chamber that requires it to do anything. #mepolitics
Just checking to make sure all Dems have moved on from Katie porter
October 10, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Just checking to make sure all Dems have moved on from Katie porter
Reposted by Christian Ricci
Powerful oped in support of a Red Flag Law from former Senate President and current Maine gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson. #mepolitics
Maine’s traditions are not at odds with a red flag law | Troy Jackson
Refusing to change course on this issue is a failure of leadership.
www.centralmaine.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Powerful oped in support of a Red Flag Law from former Senate President and current Maine gubernatorial candidate Troy Jackson. #mepolitics
Reposted by Christian Ricci
"The Supreme Court’s Dark Money Man Is Trying to Make It Harder to Vote"
Leonard Leo’s network is bankrolling the main donor behind a ballot initiative in Maine to limit absentee voting & impose voter ID requirements.
Important reporting from Zeteo's new political reporter @andrewperez.bsky.social
Leonard Leo’s network is bankrolling the main donor behind a ballot initiative in Maine to limit absentee voting & impose voter ID requirements.
Important reporting from Zeteo's new political reporter @andrewperez.bsky.social
The Supreme Court’s Dark Money Man Is Trying to Make It Harder to Vote
Leonard Leo’s network is bankrolling the main donor behind a ballot initiative in Maine that would limit absentee voting and impose voter ID requirements.
zeteo.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:32 PM
"The Supreme Court’s Dark Money Man Is Trying to Make It Harder to Vote"
Leonard Leo’s network is bankrolling the main donor behind a ballot initiative in Maine to limit absentee voting & impose voter ID requirements.
Important reporting from Zeteo's new political reporter @andrewperez.bsky.social
Leonard Leo’s network is bankrolling the main donor behind a ballot initiative in Maine to limit absentee voting & impose voter ID requirements.
Important reporting from Zeteo's new political reporter @andrewperez.bsky.social
Reposted by Christian Ricci
I wouldn’t advise anyone in Portland to walk your dog near this building.
October 8, 2025 at 12:48 AM
I wouldn’t advise anyone in Portland to walk your dog near this building.
democrats in congress are generally bad at politics and this moment feels so dark due to the lack of a capable minority party
October 3, 2025 at 4:17 PM
democrats in congress are generally bad at politics and this moment feels so dark due to the lack of a capable minority party
Reposted by Christian Ricci
10/2 Newburgh, Maine resident claims she received stacks of ballots in an Amazon package, but little about the story adds up #maine #MEpolitics
October 2, 2025 at 9:05 PM
10/2 Newburgh, Maine resident claims she received stacks of ballots in an Amazon package, but little about the story adds up #maine #MEpolitics
It is wild that the Kimmel monologue has over 13 million views in the first 14 hours after upload. It is well worth watching!
September 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
It is wild that the Kimmel monologue has over 13 million views in the first 14 hours after upload. It is well worth watching!
Reposted by Christian Ricci
“.. I can’t remember anyone ever telling me we can’t say anything critical about a civilian like this. He was not in our chain of command or anything,” the officer said.
@nbcnews.com
www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
@nbcnews.com
www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
September 12, 2025 at 11:12 PM
“.. I can’t remember anyone ever telling me we can’t say anything critical about a civilian like this. He was not in our chain of command or anything,” the officer said.
@nbcnews.com
www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
@nbcnews.com
www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...
Reposted by Christian Ricci
Trump's declaration that radical right extremism is justified as a response to the left will likely be heard all over the far right as a clear invitation to violence.
“That statement is basically a permission slip," one tracker of right wing extremism tells me.
newrepublic.com/article/2004...
“That statement is basically a permission slip," one tracker of right wing extremism tells me.
newrepublic.com/article/2004...
September 12, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Trump's declaration that radical right extremism is justified as a response to the left will likely be heard all over the far right as a clear invitation to violence.
“That statement is basically a permission slip," one tracker of right wing extremism tells me.
newrepublic.com/article/2004...
“That statement is basically a permission slip," one tracker of right wing extremism tells me.
newrepublic.com/article/2004...
Reposted by Christian Ricci
Institutional trust is so low at a point when it is critically neeeded.
Doing law enforcement by selective leaks and social media posts is deeply problematic.
Doing law enforcement by selective leaks and social media posts is deeply problematic.
Ammunition engraved with transgender and antifascist ideology was found inside the rifle authorities believe was used in Kirk’s shooting, sources say.
Ammunition in Kirk Shooting Engraved with Transgender, Antifascist Ideology: Sources
Investigators found ammunition engraved with expressions of transgender and antifascist ideology inside the rifle that authorities believe was used in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, according to an internal law enforcement bulletin and a person familiar with the investigation.
The older-model
on.wsj.com
September 11, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Institutional trust is so low at a point when it is critically neeeded.
Doing law enforcement by selective leaks and social media posts is deeply problematic.
Doing law enforcement by selective leaks and social media posts is deeply problematic.
So long as Turkish airlines flies to wherever he gets formally offered, I bet he will take it
BREAKING: Close advisers have been crafting a plan for President Trump to nominate Mayor Eric Adams to be ambassador to Saudi Arabia, in an effort to end the mayor’s long-shot campaign for re-election in New York City, according to four people familiar with the discussions.
Talks Between Adams and Trump Surrogate Center on Saudi Ambassadorship
www.nytimes.com
September 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
So long as Turkish airlines flies to wherever he gets formally offered, I bet he will take it