Maine schools participate in 2026 Maine Student Mock Elections
READFIELD -- As a part of a statewide program from the Department of the Secretary of State, students lined up to cast votes in a mock election to learn about the general election and become educated about what's happening in their state. "This is a great opportunity for students to practice voting before they turn 18," said Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows. Bellows was at Maranacook Community High School, where she met with students to discuss the importance of getting involved in the democratic process as early as possible, and getting younger voters to the polls. "We are not finding that students are terribly confused about it. It de-mystifies voting for young people, so that they're more likely to vote in the future," Bellows said. The ballots featured all three Maine general election races, with a choose one option for the gubernatorial election, and a ranked-choice format…