State Representative District 72 in Maine State House District 72, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Cynthia J Soma-Hernandez — Retired Teacher in ME

  Cynthia J. Soma-Hernandez is a Democratic candidate seeking election to the Maine House of Representatives for District 72 in the 2026 primary election. She holds a Bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Connecticut. Her professional background includes a decade working at Amtrak, where she was actively involved with the local labor union. Following her time at Amtrak, Soma-Hernandez dedicated 25 years to teaching within the Newark public school system before retiring. She is now focused on her campaign to represent her district in the state legislature.

• Douglas Andrew Thomas — Businessperson in ME

  Douglas Thomas, a Republican, is a businessperson and former State Senator in Maine. He served in the Maine Senate representing District 27 from 2010 to 2018, and previously in the Maine House of Representatives, representing towns like Athens and Dexter. Born in Albion, Maine, he attended Unity College, studying Forestry. Thomas is currently running in the Republican primary for Maine House of Representatives District 72 on June 9, 2026. His campaign emphasizes economic growth, high-paying jobs, lower property taxes, and public access to governmental business. He is a widowed father of three and has 40 years of experience as a business owner.