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TIMOTHY RICH

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TIMOTHY RICH
Candidate for U.S. Senate
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Biography
Timothy Rich is an independent candidate challenging U.S. Senator Susan Collins in Maine's 2026 Senate race. Born in Portland, Maine, he was the first on his father's side to attend college and later founded The Independent Cafe in Bar Harbor. Rich has also worked in healthcare, union organizing, and served as Vice-Chair of Hospitality Maine.
Top Priorities
  • Challenge political corruption by large corporations and two parties
  • Lower family costs for homes, healthcare, and groceries
  • Restore basic freedoms and prioritize Maine over party politics
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