Jason Cherry
Jason Cherry (Democratic Party) is running for election for Governor of Maine. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Jason Cherry earned a degree in law from George Mason School of Law. His career experience includes working as a conservation officer, criminal defense attorney, and FBI agent.[1]
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) | |
| Nirav Shah (D) | ||
 | Jonathan Bush (R) | |
| Ken A. Capron (R) | ||
 | Bobby Charles (R) | |
| David Foster (R) | ||
 | David Jones (R) | |
 | James Libby (R) | |
 | Owen McCarthy (R) | |
| Ben Midgley (R) | ||
 | Steven Sheppard (R)  | |
 | Robert J. Wessels (R) | |
 | Richard Bennett (Independent) | |
 | W. Edward Crockett (Independent) | |
 | John Glowa (Independent) | |
| Derek Levasseur (Independent) | ||
 | Alexander Murchison (Independent) | |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Maria Aguilo (R)
Endorsements
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2024
See also: United States Senate election in Maine, 2024
General election
General election for U.S. Senate Maine
The ranked-choice voting election was won by Angus King in round 1 .
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Total votes: 826,421 |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate Maine
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: David Costello in round 1 .
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Total votes: 54,537 |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Natasha Alcala (D)
Republican primary election
Republican Primary for U.S. Senate Maine
The following candidates advanced in the ranked-choice voting election: Demi Kouzounas in round 1 .
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Total votes: 58,832 |
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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Campaign website
Cherry’s campaign website stated the following:
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Reform for True Government Ownership Government Ownership Maine is one of the few states that benefits from a broader range of candidates for consideration — thanks to Rank Choice Voting (RCV). While the citizens of other states are limited to the traditional offerings by the dominant political parties, Mainers have the opportunity to select a candidate who represents not only their ideas and goals, but someone who might also bring a more balanced approach to the one-sided agendas that undermine the principles of democracy and “reasonableness”, which were essential in establishing our nation. As an independent candidate, I want to represent the state as a “whole,” but diverse population with each voter holding a right to government ownership. If elected, I intend to follow an executor-style approach to representing Mainers that is similar to the manner in which legal executors manage property fairly on behalf of many beneficiaries. As an executor-styled representative, I would be duty-bound to hear all sides of an issue and work towards mutually beneficial resolutions, but only after considering the rationale and strength of opposing arguments and opinions. As a Senator for Maine, I would also advocate for constitutional reform for the owners of government to achieve joint- ownership objectives such as increased competency, transparency, efficiency, and accountability in our federal government. Constitutional Reform Measures Protections for the Bill of Rights The proposed measures are designed to reform the 18th-century framework to improve the infrastructure and operations of the federal government. These reform measures do not include changes to the U.S. Bill of Rights. Term Limits While an experienced representative is a valuable asset to owners of government, invariably many leaders succumb to the temptations of their long-term position and abuse their power. History repeatedly demonstrates that “Power Corrupts”, so We the People should plan and act accordingly. We need term limits for all branches of government set to a maximum of 20 years. Age Limits Cognitive impairment after the age of 80 years old is a well-documented reality. Our political positions are meant to serve the owners of government – not the individual. I support reform to limit service in all three branches of federal government to the maximum age of 80 years old. Rank Choice Voting Access to Good Government should not be curtailed by the dominant political parties. Government owners need representatives with a high degree of transparency, competency, efficiency, and accountability to help improve their lives and livelihoods. As with any profession, genuine competition is the best method of obtaining such qualities. Mandatory Qualifications A representative with no relevant educational background or knowledge base makes for a poor performer and sets our government on a course for certain failure. Government owners need competent lawmakers who have a legal education, knowledge of economics, and a well-rounded background. Mandatory Communications For all of its qualities, the U.S. Constitution does not mandate transparency. Our representatives need to be bound by the Law of Agency and communicate in an honest and timely manner to the people they serve. Reassignment of Clemency Powers The abuse of executive clemency powers is a reoccurring concern. We must replace the ability of a presidential administration to circumvent public justice and replace it with a clemency committee comprising of members appointed by all three branches of government. Judiciary Reform We must replace the ambiguous language used in the U.S. Constitution with an effective code of ethics and conduct for the U.S. Supreme Court Justices. Justice Branch The federal system must maintain the independence of our justice system by electing the U.S. Attorney General and Directors of Law Enforcement Departments under a fourth branch of government. Balancing Issues Social Security I oppose raising the eligibility age to 70 years old for social security benefits. I am in favor of hearing arguments for and against raising the percentage of taxable income to maintain the trust fund as well as allowing individuals to opt out of the standard federal system for private, but highly regulated commercial trust funds. Immigration I am in favor of regulated immigration intended to promote the economy and to maintain an appropriate workforce. I am against unregulated immigration that burdens the taxpayers with no foreseeable benefits. I would like to hear arguments for and against a mortarium on certain categories of professional immigration visas in favor of promoting domestic training and recruitment programs. I am in favor of humane and effective border controls along with reasonable sanctuary allowances. Healthcare I am in favor of more stringent prosecution of fraud with heavier fines and mandatory prison time that is exempted from executive clemency powers. I am in favor of regulations meant to increase competition in the healthcare industry for categories of healthcare services where fraud and abuse are regularly observed and documented. I would like to hear arguments for and against limiting participation in healthcare funding for individuals who abuse their benefits. Environment We have one planet with no viable “backups”. In terms of cold hard logic and risk management, we cannot afford to gamble with the fate of our only planet. I am in favor of many measures to limit fossil fuels and promote renewable energy. I am also open to hearing scientific-based rationale on the reasonable methods and means to achieve a more sustainable energy policy for the future of our species. Gun Control I am in favor of registering private firearms sales and reasonable “red flag” laws to remove weapons from individuals deemed “mentally unstable” through a due process system. I am against punishing law-abiding firearms owners.[2] |
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Cherry for Senate, "CANDIDATE BIO," accessed September 26, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Cherry for Senate, “ISSUES,” accessed September 26, 2024
