Fighting for economic justice and prosperity for all Maine families.
Together, we can build a better, fairer Maine.
MECEP Action is the official political and advocacy arm of Maine Center for Economic Policy. We fight for solutions to build a just, equitable, and sustainable economy that provides prosperity to all Mainers.
EDUCATION
We provide information and analysis to support policies that remove barriers to opportunity and prosperity and build a sustainable, fair economy for all Mainers.
VOTER MOBILIZATION
We support voters in advocating for policies that advance equity and help all Mainers thrive.
ACCOUNTABILITY
We advocate and lobby policymakers for equitable economic policies and support candidates who share our vision for a just, equitable, and prosperous Maine.
When LePage became governor, families reeling from the Great Recession needed help. Instead, Maine’s recovery lagged as poverty deepened and access to health care, food assistance, housing, and other basic supports declined.
Fact Check: Does Susan Collins bring home significantly more federal funding than other senators?
Susan Collins has secured substantial congressionally directed spending for Maine. But the available GAO data does not substantiate the broader claim that she brings home dramatically more federal funding than other senators.
Senator Collins is costing Maine
Over 10 years, Senator Collins brought Maine $3.45 billion. Her vote to advance Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) will cost Maine $4.125 billion.