James Libby (Maine)
James Libby (Republican Party) is a member of the Maine State Senate, representing District 22. He assumed office on December 6, 2022. His current term ends on December 1, 2026.
Libby (Republican Party) is running for election for Governor of Maine. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
James Libby lives in Standish, Maine.[1] Libby earned a B.S. in finance and management from Nasson College in 1983, an M.B.A. from St. Bonaventure University in 1985, and a Ph.D. in public policy from the University of Maine in 2000. His career experience includes working as a visiting professor with Colby College and a professor of business administration and dean of academic affairs with Thomas College. Libby has served on the board of directors for the Maine Community College System, the Waterville Opera House, and the Jobs for Maine’s Graduates Program.[1][2]
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Libby was assigned to the following committees:
Elections
2026
See also: Maine gubernatorial election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for Governor of Maine
The following candidates are running in the general election for Governor of Maine on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Shenna Bellows (D) | |
 | Jason Cherry (D) | |
 | Kenneth Forrest Pinet (D) | |
 | Troy Dale Jackson (D) | |
 | Angus King III (D) | |
 | Hannah Pingree (D) | |
| Ken A. Capron (R) | ||
| Bobby Charles (R) | ||
| David Jones (R) | ||
 | James Libby (R) | |
| Owen McCarthy (R) | ||
| Ben Midgley (R) | ||
 | Steven Sheppard (R)  | |
 | Robert J. Wessels (R) | |
 | Richard Bennett (Independent) | |
 | John Glowa (Independent) | |
 | Alexander Murchison (Independent) | |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Maria Aguilo (R)
Endorsements
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2024
See also: Maine State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Maine State Senate District 22
Incumbent James Libby defeated Anne McMahon in the general election for Maine State Senate District 22 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | James Libby (R) | 63.6 | 14,838 |
| Anne McMahon (D) | 36.4 | 8,501 | ||
| Total votes: 23,339 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic Primary for Maine State Senate District 22
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Anne McMahon in round 1 .
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Total votes: 1,300 |
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Republican primary election
Republican Primary for Maine State Senate District 22
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: James Libby in round 1 .
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Total votes: 1,944 |
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Endorsements
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Pledges
Libby signed the following pledges.
2022
See also: Maine State Senate elections, 2022
General election
General election for Maine State Senate District 22
James Libby defeated Michael McKinney in the general election for Maine State Senate District 22 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | James Libby (R) | 60.3 | 11,334 |
 | Michael McKinney (D) | 39.7 | 7,463 | |
| Total votes: 18,797 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic Primary for Maine State Senate District 22
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Michael McKinney in round 1 .
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Total votes: 1,366 |
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Republican primary election
Republican Primary for Maine State Senate District 22
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: James Libby in round 1 .
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Total votes: 1,969 |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Nathan Wadsworth (R)
Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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2022
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2024
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In 2024, the Maine State Legislature was in session from January 3 to April 17.
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2023
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In 2023, the Maine State Legislature was in session from December 7 to March 30.
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Candidate Governor of Maine |
Officeholder Maine State Senate District 22 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Jeffrey Timberlake (R) |
Maine State Senate District 22 2022-Present |
Succeeded by - |
