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The Voice of Bates College Since 1873

The Bates Student

The Voice of Bates College Since 1873

The Bates Student

“I Voted” stickers on a Bates Votes table outside Commons on Sept. 17. The 2024 general election features federal and state offices as well as several ballot issues for Mainers.

A Bates Student’s Guide to Voting in Lewiston

Jamie Shelton, Contributing Writer October 10, 2025

On November 4, voters across the country will be deciding important questions. From selecting elected representatives at the federal, state and municipal levels to state-specific ballot measures, there’s...

Mayor Bouchard’s Letter Rattles the Community

Mayor Bouchard’s Letter Rattles the Community

Halley Posner March 14, 2018

On February 28, Lewiston’s mayor, Shane Bouchard, sent a letter out to 221 people, Bates students and community members alike, that can be understood as voter intimidation or an attempt to subdue the...

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