John Baldacci
Maine | Next Election: 2010Summary
Governor John Baldacci, who was born and raised in Bangor, took office in 2003. Since he was first elected, he launched a statewide health program called Dirigo Health to provide quality, affordable healthcare and dramatically reduced the number of uninsured residents of Maine. He has increased support for small businesses, expanded broadband and wireless access to rural communities and increased enrollment in the community college system.
Date of Birth: January 30, 1955
Family: wife Karen and son Jack
Previous Office: U.S. House of Representatives, 1995 - 2003
Percent of Vote Won in Previous Election: 38%
Accomplishments:
- The first governor in the US to sign Marriage Equality Bill without court mandate
- Signed into law a comprehensive health care program
Read the full text of Gov. Baldacci's 2010 State of the State Address.
