Stefanie Mahr Damien
Candidate for Maine State House District 88
Auburn
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About Stefanie

About

I am mother of two adult daughters, a small business owner, and an active member of the community. I love Auburn and have always tried to give back through my work with the Women’s Literary Union, Auburn Business Assosciation, and as a former member of the chamber of commerce. Through my work I have seen the growing dissatisfaction in our city about things like the partisan infighting in Augusta, immigration, and the rising cost of living. The desire to make a positive difference in these matters (and many more) is what inspired me to run to be our State Representative in Augusta.

As your representative, I would fight to build more affordable housing that doesn’t destroy the unique character of our city. It is vital that those who work hard can afford to live independently and start their own families. It is also our duty to make sure the disabled and elderly can afford homes. I will also work to make it faster and easier for migrants to begin working so they can be positive additions to our state’s economy instead of forcing them to exist on state handouts. This would help solve Maine’s worker shortage and reduce taxes.

As your representative, I will work hard on your behalf. I will make myself easily accessible to my constituents so I can listen to and act on the concerns you communicate to me. I will be guided by your voices, not partisanship. I will do everything I can to help Auburn reach its full potential.

(above photo credit: Dan and Kat Lacasse)

On the Issues

Mental Health

We need to ensure all those in our community have access to quality affordable mental health care resources. Access to mental health care services will help those in need live happier and healthier lives and it will make our towns safer and more successful.

Small Business Development

I will work to get our small businesses the resources they need to thrive. This will not just support our pre-existing businesses, it will also attract new talent to our town and encourage the creation of many new businesses such as organic farming, beekeeping, and home-based businesses. The result of this will be more money flowing into towns and an increase in their vibrant cultures

Affordable Housing

I believe those working in our district should be able to afford to live here. For that to happen we need more affordable housing options. I hope that one day all Mainers will be able to have somewhere to call home. However, any development on this front should be done very carefully by prioritizing the preservation of each community’s character and by respecting the will of the preexisting residents.

Endorsed By

Lynn Kovitch: Damien wants Auburn to reach its full potential

Stefanie Mahr Damien is the obvious choice for House District 88.

She is passionate about the environment, taking care of our aging neighbors, mental health services, housing affordability and supporting small business development. These are issues our area is deeply affected by and should be at

the forefront this election season.

Stefanie does not fall victim to the partisan traps of her opponent. She listens and cares about Auburn reaching its full potential.

I hope people vote Stefanie Mahr Damien this November.

Lynn Kovitch, Auburn

(as originally printed in the September 5th edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

Karen Pelletier: Damien ‘would work across the aisle’ for constituents’ best outcome

I am writing in support of Stefanie Mahr Damien for Maine House Representatives District 88.

Stefanie is passionate about helping people improve their lives. She has the ability to listen, problem solve and research to find solutions. She would bring people together to get help with these challenges.

She wants to make a difference in the challenges facing our communities, such as homelessness, substance abuse disorder and more support for day cares. She would work across the aisle for the best outcome for her

constituents.

Voters in Auburn District 88 deserve to have Stefanie represent them in Augusta.

Karen Pelletier, Lisbon

(as originally printed in the September 6th edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

David Lyon: House candidate Damien ‘works tirelessly for her clients’

I am excited that Stefanie Mahr Damien is willing to serve and represent those of us in House District 88.

Over the years, I have observed Stefanie and her husband Steve work hard to make Auburn a better place to live. I’ve seen them take dilapidated, empty houses and transform them into beautiful homes our city can be proud of. I’ve seen Stefanie faithfully care for her older relatives and take time with her neighbors to listen to their concerns.

As a customer of her business, I can say that she works tirelessly for her clients, and I know she would take that same commitment to the state House.

I am proud to say that I will be voting for Stefanie on Nov. 5.

David Lyon, Auburn

(as originally printed in the September 14 edition of the Sun Journal)

John Cleveland: Damien shares Auburn people’s values

I know from experience, having served in the state Senate for 10 years, that serving as a state representative requires an enormous commitment of time and energy, doing the legislative work required at the State House and listening to the needs and concerns of the people one represents back home.

I know Stefanie Mahr Damien well. She has the commitment, enthusiasm, time and ability to represent the citizens of Auburn effectively and successfully at the State House. And most importantly she shares the values of the people of Auburn.

These are challenging times. As a home owner and small business owner, Stefanie understands the challenge of the high cost of housing, property taxes, food, energy and other everyday necessities. She is committed to doing everything she can as a state representative to find ways to make the cost of living more affordable for all of us.

John Cleveland, Auburn, former mayor and state senator

(as originally printed in the September 22 edition of the Sun Journal)

Brian Grondin: Damien aims to bring people together

I am writing in support of Stefanie Mahr Damien for House District 88.

Stefanie and I do not see eye-to-eye on every political avenue, but she has an open mind and is willing to entertain conversation regarding differences of opinion. She has shown me excitement and willingness to grow in our local community.

The biggest thing we can agree on is the people of the community she serves, the relationships she has made, and the investment she would like to make in those people of the community.

I see Stefanie bringing people together to envision and create change in the community.

Brian Grondin, Auburn

(as originally published in the September 30th Lewiston Sun Journal)

Scott Currie: Keep elections local, support Damien and Question 1

I hope Auburn voters who live in House District 88 consider Stefanie Mahr Damien for their representative.

Among her many strengths, Stefanie is a small business owner and deeply involved in the needs of senior citizens.

Perhaps most importantly, Stefanie is a Clean Election candidate. That means she funds her campaign by getting $5 contributions from people in her district. Clean Elections keep Maine free from large donors and from donations from people who live outside the candidate’s constituency.

And speaking of outside money, I urge voters to be aware of the Maine Referendum Question 1: Do they want to set a $5,000 limit for giving to political action committees that spend money independently to support or defeat candidates for office?

I hope people keep local elections truly local by supporting Stefanie and voting yes on Question 1.

Scott Currie, Auburn

(as originally published in the October 3rd edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

Kathy Shaw: House candidate Damien shares Auburn people’s values

It has been my great honor to represent Auburn in Augusta. I know the importance of having strong representation in Augusta speaking up for the citizens of Auburn. And I know Stefanie Mahr Damien would be a strong representative for Auburn.

As a state representative I understand the commitment required to effectively represent the interest of the citizens of Auburn at the State House. Stefanie has that commitment. She also has the time, skills and knowledge to be an effective and successful state representative. Most importantly, Stefanie shares the values of the people of Auburn.

That is why I fully endorse Stefanie Mahr Damien for state representative for District 88, which I currently represent (South Auburn, Danville and west of Taylor Pond).

I hope the voters in District 88 in Auburn join me in voting for Stefanie Mahr Damien as our next state representative.

State Rep. Kathy Shaw, Auburn

(as originally printed in the October 22nd edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

Susan Martin: House District 88 fortunate to have a candidate like Damien

As I learn more about Stefanie Mahr Damien, candidate for Maine House District 88, I believe she would be a real asset to Auburn as a legislator.

Stefanie runs a small business, cares for an elderly parent and lives with the demands we all face every day.

Stefanie is an independent thinker. She believes in compromise and knows that is the only way to get lasting results.

Additionally, Stefanie is a Clean Election candidate. Clean Election candidates can only accept small amounts of money from voters. They can take no funding from outside organizations. Clean

Election candidates are not beholden to anyone who may have supported them. They are only beholden to their constituents.

Stephanie would make decisions based on what’s best for the people of Auburn. House District 88 voters are fortunate to have a candidate like her. I hope people consider her seriously when they vote.

Susan Martin, Auburn

(as originally published in the Oct 24 edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

David Lyon: Damien is ‘the best at what she does’

Stefanie Mahr Damien is not “deranged,” as claimed by a direct mail piece I recently received.

It seems her opponent’s supporters have decided it is best to attack Stefanie and call her names rather than explain why I should vote for him. As an independent voter who votes on both policy and the person running for office, these tactics turn me off.

I write this to speak up for Stefanie. She is a level-headed, reasonable, Clean Election candidate who’s out there knocking on doors, having conversations with voters from all sides, and listening to our concerns in order to effectively represent us in the State House. She is a professional businesswoman who performs her services honestly, effectively and reasonably.

I hire Stefanie because she is the best at what she does, and I trust her with my livelihood.

I also trust her to fairly represent all of us in District 88.

David Lyon, Auburn

(as originally published in the Oct 24 edition of the Lewiston Sun Journal)

Susan Martin: House District 88 fortunate to have a candidate like Damien

As I learn more about Stefanie Mahr Damien, candidate for Maine House District 88, I believe she would be a real asset to Auburn as a legislator. Stefanie runs a small business, cares for an elderly parent and lives with the demands we all face every day. Stefanie is an independent thinker. She believes in compromise and knows that is the only way to get lasting results.

Additionally, Stefanie is a Clean Election candidate. Clean Election candidates can only accept small amounts of money from voters. They can take no funding from outside organizations. Clean Election candidates are not beholden to anyone who may have supported them. They are only beholden

to their constituents. Stephanie would make decisions based on what’s best for the people of Auburn. House District 88 voters are fortunate to have a candidate like her.

I hope people consider her seriously when they vote.

Susan Martin, Auburn

Kathy Lawrence: Damien would bring people together in Augusta

I hope people vote for Stefanie Mahr Damien as state representative for Auburn’s House District 88.

I know her as a successful local small business owner and community supporter. She has contributed her skills as a seamstress to the local Prom Gown Giveaway and recruited other seamstresses to help.

Stefanie has shown me that she can bring people together. She would bring this talent to the State House while representing Auburn.

I hope people vote for Stefanie.

Kathy Lawrence, Lewiston

John Cleveland: Voters should send Sheats, Campbell and Damien to Augusta

The time has come for the voters to decide who they want to represent them in the State House.

Bettyann Sheats, Dan Campbell and Stefanie Mahr Damien have been knocking on doors for months in their legislative districts, meeting with voters at their homes and listening to their concerns and priorities for their families and to build strong and prosperous communities.

Bettyann, Dan and Stefanie are prepared to take what they have heard and to work hard at the State House to represent the people in their districts in Augusta.

Unfortunately, during the last days of this election their opponents and supporters are, in desperation, using negative campaign advertising to misrepresent their positions.

But voters know better than to take this kind of campaigning seriously.

I hope people join me in voting for Bettyann for state senator (District 20), and Dan (District 90) and Stefanie (District 88) for state representatives.

John Cleveland, Auburn, former Auburn mayor and state senator

David Lyon: Damien is ‘the best at what she does’

Stefanie Mahr Damien is not “deranged,” as claimed by a direct mail piece I recently received.

It seems her opponent’s supporters have decided it is best to attack Stefanie and call her names rather than explain why I should vote for him. As an independent voter who votes on both policy and the person running for office, these tactics turn me off.

I write this to speak up for Stefanie. She is a level-headed, reasonable, Clean Election candidate who’s out there knocking on doors, having conversations with voters from all sides, and listening to our concerns in order to effectively represent us in the State House. She is a professional businesswoman who performs her services honestly, effectively and reasonably.

I hire Stefanie because she is the best at what she does, and I trust her with my livelihood. I also trust her to fairly represent all of us in District 88.

David Lyon, Auburn

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