After the Civil War, Democrats were a minor player in a political scene dominated by the Republican Party.

One of Maine's U.S. Senate seats is currently held by Angus King, an Independent who caucuses with the Democrats.

Congressman Thomas Andrews ran as the Democratic nominee in the 1994 election and was subsequently defeated by Republican challenger Olympia Snowe.

[8] Maine Democrats promote economic opportunity, ethical government, freedom, safety, and national security.

Maine Democrats believe in fair workplace opportunities and support Maine workers' right to form unions through the Employee Free Choice Act, which gives employees the chance to strike without being punished by employers and also keeps the workplace free of hazards, harassment, and discrimination.

The platform also supports environmental protection through an energy plan to curb pollution and increase productivity.