Hannah Pingree — Candidate Profile

Party: Democrat

Running in: Maine governor Race

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Hannah Pingree

DemocratMaine governor

Summary

Hannah Pingree, daughter of U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree, is the former Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives (2008-2010) and most recently served as director of Governor Mills' Office of Policy Innovation and the Future (GOPIF). Pingree has raised the most money of any Democratic gubernatorial candidate ($1.4+ million as of January 2026) and represents the technocratic, policy-focused wing of the Democratic field. She has worked on housing, health care, and climate issues during her tenure in the Mills administration.

Background

Daughter of U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree. Former Speaker of Maine House (2008-2010). Most recent position as director of Governor Mills' Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, where she worked on housing, health care, and climate policy. Represents technocratic, policy-expert wing of Democratic field.

Sources

  1. Maine Morning Star - Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates
  2. Spectrum News - Maine Democrats Pitch Health Care Plans