State Senator District 19 in Maine State Senate District 19, Maine

2026 Primary Election

• Joseph E Martin — Incumbent Maine State Senator in Rumford, ME

  Joseph E. Martin is an incumbent Republican State Senator representing District 19 in the Maine State Senate. He assumed office on December 3, 2024, and his current term concludes on December 1, 2026. Martin, a resident of Rumford, serves a largely rural district encompassing towns in Oxford and Franklin counties, bordering New Hampshire. He is seeking re-election to the State Senate in the 2026 Maine Primary Election, scheduled for June 9, 2026. As a legislator, he is assigned to the Environment and Natural Resources and State and Local Government committees, reflecting his engagement in those policy areas.

• Peter J Southam — Educator in ME

  Peter J. Southam is a Democratic candidate for the Maine State Senate, representing District 19 in northwest Oxford and Franklin Counties. A seasoned educator with over thirty years of experience, he aims to bring his dedication to serving the community. His campaign prioritizes a bright future for Western Maine by addressing affordable housing through increased stock and managed costs. He advocates for a thriving economy, strengthening outdoor recreation and revitalizing heritage industries. Southam also champions sustainable living via clean energy and environmental stewardship, educational excellence from early childhood through trade schools, and investing in rural healthcare to improve access and lower costs for Mainers.