Sara Gideon

Mom. Mainer. Speaker of the Maine House 2016-2020 and former candidate for US Senate.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

My work with @MeEqualJustice has always been centered on creating more pathways out of poverty for Maine families. One year in and our Build HOPE Project helping build a highly educated workforce that is ready for new opportunities:
https://t.co/6QiuDtYyPm

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

This #VeteransDay, may we all pause and reflect upon how the service, sacrifice and courage of veterans keep our country safe. Our veterans and their loved ones deserve our recognition and gratitude today and every day.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Brunswick and Freeport Maine residents - please keep an eye out for Theo. Freeport Police established a tip line for any information. Please call 207-725-5521, press option #2, then option 6.** https://t.co/L6dD8YfcAY

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

In 2019, I introduced the bill to make automatic voter registration happen here in Maine. And this week marked the long-awaited launch of the program! AVR will improve efficiency, maintain security and make voting more accessible. And that's a win for all Mainers.

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Settled precedent when convenient, ‘sudden and radical’ when not. @SenatorCollins - wrong then and wrong today.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Do you still think Brett Kavanaugh believes Roe v. Wade is settled law, @SenSusanCollins?

#MESen #mepolitics

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Blame should be placed squarely on the shoulders of @SenatorCollins and all Senators who confirmed this court and enabled this to happen.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

The Supreme Court’s ruling is devastating and disastrous. Roe v. Wade ensured that my generation had control of our bodies and our future. I am furious that as of today the same won’t be said for my children’s generation.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Alongside many millions of Americans today, I am appalled and angry. Support organizations, elected officials and candidates that *actually* support reproductive rights and will fight to strengthen them.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

For nearly 50 years under Roe v. Wade, abortion has been rightfully established as health care that a person can access safely and on their own terms. Now politically motivated right-wing Supreme Court justices made clear that their intent has been, and will be, to overturn that.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

What faith will Americans have in the Judiciary as a separate branch of government when such a politically motivated court - Trump appointed and confirmed by GOP Senate enablers like #Maine's own Susan Collins - leave people with no access to this right and this care?

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Maine nonprofits are integral to every facet of our communities and have been working overtime amidst the pandemic. Proud to be able to support the incredible work happening @ProsperityMaine.
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[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

This is great news for Maine families! Learn more about the Build HOPE Project @MeEqualJustice:

[Maine Equal Justice @MeEqualJustice]

Starting today, we're accepting applications for the Build HOPE Project, which provides financial support to families participating in HOPE or Parents as Scholars to help them meet their needs and achieve their goals! See https://t.co/Vtb1WHbxoV for info #mepolitics

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Merry Christmas! Grateful to be surrounded by family and friends - I hope you are, too!

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Stories like Hilary's are exactly why we're establishing the Build HOPE Project at @MeEqualJustice. Check out her column in today's @PressHerald:
https://t.co/ihBSlU4xth

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

.@MeEqualJustice will launch the Build HOPE Project in January 2022. FMI check out their website and contact them at: https://t.co/BMrCoIvsPz

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Establishing the Build HOPE Project through @MeEqualJustice is an effort to ensure more #Maine kids and their parents can reach their full potential. Check out my column in the @bangordailynews to learn more:
https://t.co/01ewf9yySI

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

The Build HOPE Project is the result of thoughtful planning nearly a year in the making and as a result will fill a genuine void in Maine for both working families and our workforce. Learn more about the program here: https://t.co/Yw4aogHF0W

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

Over the years I've worked closely with @MeEqualJustice enacting reforms to help move people out of poverty and into the workforce. Today, I'm announcing a $3.5 million dollar gift to establish the Build HOPE Project to continue that work.

[Sara Gideon @SaraGideon]

This gift will provide immediate and significant support to working parents earning their degree, to their children -- and ultimately to the entire state of #Maine -- by increasing the numbers of higher skilled workers badly needed by Maine’s employers and our economy.