State Representative District 23 in Maine State House District 23, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Brian A Ames — Candidate for State Representative in ME

  Brian Ames is a political candidate preparing for the 2026 election cycle in Maine, where he is seeking a seat in the State House of Representatives. As a member of the Republican Party, Ames is running to represent District 23 and is scheduled to appear on the Republican primary ballot on June 9, 2026. The general election, should he advance, is set for November 3, 2026. Notably, this particular race for District 23 is an open contest, as the current seat has no incumbent, making it a pivotal election for the district's representation in the state legislature.

• Katie M Brydon — Incumbent School Board Member in Bangor, ME

  Katie Brydon is a parent, teacher, and community advocate from Bangor, Maine. She currently serves on the Bangor School Board and chairs the City of Bangor’s Advisory Committee for Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Human Rights. A seasoned professional in community engagement, she champions environmental protection, health equity, and advocates for an inclusive, supportive, and prosperous Maine for all residents. She is dedicated to uplifting vulnerable populations and creating an enriching environment for children.

• Victoria P Kornfield — Candidate for State Representative in Bangor, ME

  Victoria P. Kornfield is a former Maine State Representative and a career educator. A Democrat from Bangor, she previously served in the Maine House of Representatives, representing District 125 from 2012 to 2020. During her tenure, she notably chaired the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee. Kornfield's professional background includes working as an English teacher in the Bangor School Department, holding a master's degree in teaching and an advanced certificate in educational administration from the University of Maine at Orono. After an unsuccessful primary bid for the Maine Senate in 2018, she is now running in the Democratic primary for Maine House of Representatives District 23 in 2026.

• Joschka A.b. Winterling — Candidate for State Representative in ME

  Joschka Winterling is a Democratic candidate vying for a seat in the Maine House of Representatives, representing District 23. He is on the ballot for the Democratic primary election scheduled for June 9, 2026, where he is competing against fellow Democrats Katie Brydon and Victoria Kornfield. The race for District 23 has no incumbents. While specific campaign themes have not been detailed through public surveys, Winterling has received an "AQ" grade from the NRA-PVF, indicating a stance on gun rights. Campaign finance information for his 2026 bid is not yet publicly available.