How to Make the Case to Voters with Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau

Host Debbie Cox Bultan catches up with Maine Speaker of the House Ryan Fecteau in this continuation of our Road to November 2026 series. After an unprecedented summer in Maine politics, Speaker Fecteau shares what is top of mind for voters across the state and how leaders can deliver results for working families. He and Debbie also discuss the horrific ICE shooting that took place in his community of Biddeford, ME, as well as the ways Democrats can respond to protect their residents from the impacts of the Trump administration. Looking ahead to November, Speaker Fecteau gives his advice on what it takes to win in Maine. Tune in to hear more about the value of connecting to voters one-on-one. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:15] Introducing Speaker Ryan Fecteau. [02:30] An insider's view of choosing Troy Jackson as the U.S. Senate nominee for Maine. [05:22] Breaking down Troy Jackson's strategy to defeat Susan Collins. [07:10] What Speaker Fecteau is hearing from Maine voters. [09:13] How Democrats can campaign on delivering real results. [12:20] What kind of leaders voters are looking for. [14:25] How the Democratic Party is viewed in Maine. [16:02] The importance of having candidates who speak to real-life issues. [17:20] Why delivering results should be central to the Democratic message in Maine. [19:50] Speaker Fecteau discusses how immigration is shaping voters' concerns in Maine. [24:05] If Democrats are going to win Maine, they need to ______? LEARN MORE: newdealleaders.org