Our Values
Eliot Republicans stand for common sense values at the local level, to preserve and protect the character of Eliot.
Local Control & Limited Government
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Oppose unfunded mandates from Augusta and Washington.
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Protect Eliot’s right to self-govern through town meetings and citizen-led committees.
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Support zoning and land-use decisions that reflect Eliot’s rural character—not outside agendas.
Fiscal Responsibility &
Transparency
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Demand zero-based budgeting for town departments.
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Audit municipal spending and publish results in plain language.
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Prioritize infrastructure, public safety, and essential services—not bureaucratic expansion.
Public Safety & First Responder Support
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Fully fund police, fire, and EMS with transparency and accountability.
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Oppose policies that undermine law enforcement morale or community trust.
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Promote neighborhood watch and volunteer emergency preparedness programs.
Education & Parental Rights
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Support curriculum transparency and parental access to school materials.
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Advocate for civic education rooted in constitutional principles and Maine history.
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Oppose ideological mandates that distract from academic excellence.
Property Rights & Rural Preservation
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Defend private property rights against overreach and regulatory creep.
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Promote responsible development that protects Eliot’s natural beauty and heritage.
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Support farmers, tradespeople, and small businesses as stewards of local economy.
Election Integrity & Civic Engagement
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Ensure clean voter rolls and secure ballot handling.
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Promote voter education, turnout, and respectful civic discourse.
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Encourage citizen participation in committees, boards, and town governance.
Fairness, Safety, and Opportunity
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Defend Title IX as a safeguard for girls’ athletic opportunities.
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Ensure biological integrity in competition to protect fairness and safety
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Support local school policies that uphold sex-based categories in sports.
Protecting Girls' Sports