My name is Reagan Paul (and yes I was named after President Ronald Reagan). I am a Christian Constitutional Conservative serving as a Republican for the Maine House of Representatives for District 37 which includes Winterport, Prospect, Stockton Springs, Searsport, and part of Frankfort. I was born and raised in Maine, am 24 years old, and graduated from Liberty University with dual bachelor's degrees in Christian Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing/Advertising. I am a small business owner, partner in a telecom consulting company and VP of marketing for my family's small business which employs 60 hard-working Mainers. I am also a new homeowner of a beautiful farm in the river town of Winterport and have a vested interest in the well-being and future of District 37.
In my free time I enjoy exploring the wilderness of Maine or fishing at our family camp on East Grand Lake. I am an avid hiker and kayaker and have hiked all over the state including all of the 4,000 foot and higher mountains in Maine and have climbed Mount Katahdin 7 times. That is why I am so passionate about protecting Maine's natural landscape from being destroyed by the push for inefficient and unreliable green energy projects. No matter what anyone says, it is impossible to expand green energy sources and protect the beauty of our rugged state. I want to protect our scenic mountain ranges from being blasted and forever altered to make room for wind turbines or ruin farmland to make room for solar panels, let alone the noise pollution, wildlife impacts and the many unknowns. What isn't unknown is that solar and wind are unreliable, intermittent, and unnecessarily raises energy prices. Just take a drive out to western Maine to Mount Blue State Park or up north through Lincoln and tell me wind turbines do not detract greatly from the natural beauty of the area. Is that what you want for District 37? I sure don't. Solar and wind may be more viable in the future with technological advances to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Plans and funding need to be considered for decommissioning and disposal of current projects. These plans do not currently exist. There is a real cost and a real concern of how to safely dispose of solar panels and wind turbines that exist today which only have a 20-25 year life span, let alone expanding these projects across the state. We have a green renewable energy source that works called hydro, and the cap to limit its output should be lifted.
As a young adult, I am concerned about the future of the Pine Tree State. A suffocated and burdensome business climate combined with excessive taxation and regulation is driving my generation out of Maine. I am a small business owner and come from a family of entrepreneurs and job creators. I understand the government-created struggles that are facing small business owners and know that giving government more money and more power is not the solution. Government meddling in the free market and excessive taxation and regulatory/licensing requirements stifles job growth and decreases motivation for being in business. We need to rely on the invisible hand of the free market, not the invisible fist of the government.
As an owner of a small business myself and from my involvement in my family's small business, I am well aware of the impact that bad policy and playing politics has on real Mainers. Our company employs 60 people providing much needed jobs to the state. Small business accounts for over 50% of our jobs. The arbitrary minimum wage increase, workers comp regulations, unemployment for able-bodied Mainers all contribute to our labor rates rising over 50% during the last 3 years along with a 30% reduction in profitability. It is unsustainable. In addition, I recently became a partner in a telecom consulting company. Our goal is to help businesses save money every month by negotiating better deals with telecommunication providers in the area and find them the best company to fit their needs whether it be for voice, cloud storage, broadband, cyber security, etc. Because of my involvement in this industry, I am aware of the broadband accessibility issues in the State of Maine. Whenever possible, problems should be solved at the local level or in the private sector to be most effective and cost-efficient. We need to elect people who understand that small business owners who have risked everything need to be protected not bartered against.
When it comes to being an elected official, I will respect the Constitution and the limited powers given to representatives. I will vote to contract government and expand personal liberty. My goal is to CONSERVE first principles because there are some things you shouldn't PROGRESS past...like the things that made our country and state great to begin with. My guiding principles are found in the Word of God and because of that, it is my convictions that will guide me. When I swear an oath to uphold the Maine State Constitution and the Federal Constitution followed by “So help me God”, I understand the gravity of that and will honor it with integrity. You may not know me personally, but you can know how I will vote because of my convictions. I will not be swayed or moved by the ever-changing political winds.
If we are serious about restoring our republic and our state, we need to elect people who understand the proper role of government and that it was instituted among men for the sole purpose of securing our inalienable rights. We need to elect people who have a fixed moral compass to guide their decision-making. It is about principles and convictions not political parties and popularity. In the words of Thomas Jefferson, "In questions of power, let no more be heard of confidence in man, but bind him down from mischief by the chains of the Constitution.”
I have been a representative that has stood for limited government, personal responsibility, and a state government that is fiscally prudent. I continue to fight for school funding that follows the student, small businesses being free to operate without excessive regulation, energy policies that provide reliable and affordable energy for all Mainers, reduced taxes, photo ID for voting, 2nd amendment protections and the sanctity of life. I have always voted for equal protection under the law, being mindful to vote constitutionally not politically. That is how I represent all my constituents, with varying beliefs and opinions-I uphold my oath and protect the inalienable rights granted to each of us.
"I regard voting Reagan Paul for the State House in 2022 as the most important vote of my lifetime.
She will truly serve all the people by defending our freedoms with passion and integrity rooted in her faith."
Thomas J. Gaffney
Retired Psychologist
Wild Maine Blueberry Farmer
Stockton Springs
"It has been my pleasure to assist Reagan with her campaign efforts. In doing so I've come to know Reagan quite well. She has a keen mind, strong traditional values and is unwavering in her beliefs. Reagan will push hard for her constituents and will not compromise her values as a Legislator.
Reagan will hold the line."
Joe Parisi
Head of Winterport Republicans
Winterport
"We were impressed with this young lady’s knowledge of the Constitution and the relevant issues of today.
She will serve our state with integrity and Godly character."
Norm and Sandi Labonte
Searsport
"I'm very grateful that Reagan is running to represent our community. She definitely has my vote. I am thankful she is taking a stand to uphold our Constitution. We need more representatives like her."
Jennifer Robert
Frankfort
"It is with great pleasure I endorse Reagan Paul for Maine House District 37. With her love of our state, and conservative beliefs she is exactly the type of representative we need in Augusta! She will bring a much needed energetic work ethic."
Elaine Woodrow
Prospect
"What I’m looking for in my state representative is someone who truly respects and defends the state and US constitutions, while at the same time listens to the people they represent rather than ignore them…Reagan Paul is that person."
Frederick Stone
Searsport
"Reagan Paul is an energetic businesswoman who is committed to improving our lives through better government representation. She is articulate and has a strong moral compass. Her desire to listen to constituents needs and opinions will serve her well as she makes decisions as a house representative. Reagan will be an excellent legislator. She has my vote!"
Joan Petersen
Waldo County Republicans
"Reagan Paul is exactly what Maine needs! I appreciate Reagan's unapologetic commitment to her values and principles and her desire to serve District 37. Reagan's conservative values will help guide District 37 in the direction our founding fathers envisioned."
Justin Speirs
Winterport
"I am excited about this candidate. She is a conservative constitutionalist who believes in limited government and the sanctity of life. Our Bill of Rights is in jeopardy, our economy is a dumpster fire and our justice system is turning into a joke. We need candidates like Reagan Paul voted into our State’s congress this November. I’ve seen for myself in Iraq and Bosnia what government overreach turns into every time. Dictatorships, communism, socialism, oligarchies…. We need to vote the liberals out who would turn our country into one of these versions of hell. This is an excellent candidate who will work exceptionally hard to keep our rights and liberties intact and I’m voting for her to represent my district this November. You should too. God bless America and the State of Maine "
Matthew Kervin
Winterport
"I am proud to announce my endorsement of Reagan Paul for Maine House District 37. She is a small business owner and patriot driven by her faith to run for office with the goal of strengthening the local economy, empowering the workforce, standing for life, and promoting the 10 Points to True Election Integrity.
She has my full support and will put in the necessary effort to return her district to prosperity and success.”
Capt. Seth Keshel
US Army Intelligence
Election Integrity Champion
"Reagan has strong morals and believes in our government. She is in it for the right reason, red or blue, she will work for you."
Stephen Cooper
Winterport Town Counselor
"It is a privilege to endorse Reagan Paul.
She has my utmost support because I feel she will make the best State Representative for our area and beyond. She is first and foremost a Christian and young leader with high standards. I believe she will stand for life and do her best to help alleviate the burdens on the people in her district like high gas prices and work force participation issues."
Cathy Wiggin
Searsport
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