Portland Mayor Endorses Troy Jackson for Maine Governor

Mark Dion says Maine needs new Democratic leaders like the former Senate president.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Portland Mayor Mark Dion has endorsed Troy Jackson in the race for Maine governor. Dion praised Jackson as a friend and colleague who will bring the Democratic party together and fight for Maine families and small businesses.

Why it matters

This endorsement from a prominent Democratic leader in Maine's largest city could provide a boost to Jackson's campaign as he seeks to become the state's next governor.

The details

Mayor Dion said that Maine needs new Democratic leaders and voices like the former Senate president Troy Jackson. Dion described Jackson as a friend and colleague who will work to unite the Democratic party and advocate for Maine families and small businesses.

  • The endorsement was announced on February 26, 2026.

The players

Mark Dion

The mayor of Portland, Maine and a prominent Democratic leader in the state.

Troy Jackson

The Democratic candidate for governor of Maine and former state Senate president.

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What they’re saying

“I want a governor that recognizes that if I work for families and small businesses, they need each other to create a successful Maine. So, with that, I endorse Senator Troy Jackson for governor.”

— Mark Dion, Mayor of Portland (WGME)

The takeaway

This endorsement from the mayor of Maine's largest city demonstrates growing Democratic support for Troy Jackson's gubernatorial campaign as he seeks to become the state's next governor.