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Justin Chenette made history in 2012 when, at just 21 years old, he became Maine's youngest lawmaker and the nation’s youngest openly gay legislator. He was sworn into office just a week before graduating from college. Since then, Justin has spent nearly a decade in public office.
He is a former 4-term Maine lawmaker having served 4 years in the Senate and 4 years in the House of Representatives. Justin’s political career began at age 17 when Governor John Baldacci appointed him to serve on the Maine State Board of Education, making history as the first student board member. In 2020, Justin was a Democratic candidate for Secretary of State. |
Justin is the president and founder of the Maine Democracy Project which works to empower a new generation of voters, advocates, and leaders through civics education, voter registration, and electoral engagement efforts. Through that venture, he is a part of the national civics education coalition, CivXNow, and is a member of their state policy task force.
He is the author of a children’s book entitled The Great Whoopie Pie Debate, aimed at educating students about how their own government works.
He is the author of a children’s book entitled The Great Whoopie Pie Debate, aimed at educating students about how their own government works.
New Children's Book!
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Available in Kindle & physical editions
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The Great Whoopie Pie Debate: A Kids' Guide to the Maine Legislature, is a children's book aimed at educating the next generation about how their own state government works.
Written by Justin Chenette, a 4-term state legislator, each page walks through the steps of the legislative process using a real-life illustration of when Maine legislators actually debated the state dessert. This children's book is fun for all ages with a special focus for students in Elementary School grades 1-5. A perfect resource for students, parents, and teachers alike. |
Mayoral Certificate of Service
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Thank you to Saco Mayor Bill Doyle for recognizing our efforts at Saco Main Street to feed those in need with a Certificate of Service from the city. Pictured here alongside Executive Director Rob Biggs. Over the course of 13 weeks, we helped coordinate relief efforts with various groups, fundraised, and served more than 3,000 hot meals while keeping our local small businesses afloat. While being recognized isn't necessary, I hope through our example we can spread a hopeful and positive message that our community is in this together and we are there for one another in times of need now and always.
Photo: Andrew Dickinson/City of Saco |
Ethics reform now law!
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My entire legislative career has been about fighting for a government that works best for you. Proud that after years of persistence, I was finally able to get a campaign finance reform package over the finish line that:
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