MAINE 2006 Governor Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. John Baldacci (D) vs. Chandler Woodcock (R)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

John Baldacci (D) defeated Chandler Woodcock (R), 38% to 30%.

Gov. John Baldacci (D)

First elected in 2002; Seeking second full term; Baldacci ran unopposed in the primary. Campaign Contact: 207-699-2140 Web Site: www.governorbaldacci.com Democratic Governors Association Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: Jan. 30, 1955; Bangor, Maine
• Family: Married (Karen); one child
• Education: University of Maine, B.A., 1986
• Professional Career: Restaurateur
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: U.S. House, 1994-2002; state Senate, 1982-94; Bangor City Council, 1978-81

Chandler Woodcock (R)

Woodcock, a state senator, was nominated with 39% in a three-way primary. Campaign Contact: 207-512-2947 Web Site: www.woodcockforgovernor.com

About The Candidate

• Born: March 9, 1949; Mechanic Falls, Maine
• Family: Married (Charlotte); four children
• Education: University of Maine at Farmington, B.S., 1978
• Professional Career: High school teacher, 1978-2004
• Military Career: Army (Vietnam)
• Previous Elective Office: State Senate, 2001-present

Previous Election Results

2002 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	John Baldacci (D)	238,179	47%
	Peter Cianchette (R)	209,496	41%
	Jonathan Carter (Green)	46,903	9%
2002 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	John Baldacci (D)	unopposed
1998 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Angus S. King Jr. (I)	246,772	59%
	James B. Longley Jr. (R)	79,716	19%
	Thomas J. Connolly (D)	50,506	12%
	Patricia H. Lamarche (I)	28,722	7%
	Other	15,293	4%