IN THE NEWS

7 Ways Augusta Is Failing Mainers, And What Bobby Charles Will Do Differently

Maine didn’t get this way overnight. It happened because the people in charge stopped doing their jobs.

Here’s what’s broken, and how I’ll fix it.

1. Crime Is Explained Away Instead of Confronted

When people feel unsafe, Augusta tells them to ignore it.

That’s unacceptable.

Government exists to protect law-abiding families, not to gaslight them.

2. Law Enforcement Is Undermined

Instead of backing the badge, politicians apologize for enforcing the law.

That sends the wrong message to criminals, and to communities.

3. Energy Policy Is Driving Bills Through the Roof

Bad mandates. Bad deals. Bad priorities.

Mainers are paying more for less reliability, and Augusta keeps doubling down.

4. Taxes Keep Rising While Services Get Worse

Families tighten their belts.

Augusta Democrats never do.

That’s not sustainable, or fair.

5. Small Businesses Are Punished, Not Supported

Maine runs on small businesses.

But red tape, high costs, and taxes are pushing them to the brink.

6. Failure Is Rewarded Instead of Fixed

When policies fail, the politicians behind them get promoted, not fired.

That culture ends under my watch.

7. Accountability Is Missing at the Top

Leadership means owning results, good or bad.

Right now, Augusta offers excuses instead.

I’ll offer solutions.

Maine deserves better than excuses.

It deserves leadership that acts, not spins.

That’s why I’m running for governor.

And that’s why I’m asking for your support.

Paid for by Bobby Charles for Maine Governor Campaign Committee