State Representative District 39 in Maine State House District 39, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Madison Crissey Cook — Member of Regional School Unit 71 School Board in Belfast, ME

  Madison Crissey Cook is a candidate for the Maine House of Representatives, District 39, in the 2026 Democratic primary election. She currently serves as a member of the Regional School Unit 71 school board, representing Belfast, a position she assumed in 2025. Cook advocates for strengthening Maine's economy through supporting good union jobs, bringing back manufacturing, and bolstering traditional industries like logging, fishing, and farming, while encouraging new sectors. In education, she champions Career and Technical Education and policies to attract, retain, and fairly compensate teachers, addressing Maine’s teacher shortage. She is described by local leaders as a reasonable, smart, and hard-working young woman committed to inclusivity, bringing a balanced and fresh perspective to leadership.

• Michael J Nicholson — Candidate for State Representative in ME

  Michael J. Nicholson is a Republican candidate for Maine State House District 39 in the 2026 election. A dedicated public servant and community advocate, Nicholson is committed to integrity and fiscal responsibility. He is self-funding his campaign to avoid asking Mainers for more money amidst high energy costs and rising property taxes, advocating for fiscal responsibility and reduced waste in Augusta. His platform focuses on significant property tax reductions, lowering the cost of living, protecting Maine's future, ensuring safe schools, and safeguarding vulnerable populations. He champions transparent leadership, town safety, and a common-sense approach to government, aiming to cut red tape, keep taxes reasonable, and expand affordable energy.