Ep. 154 Peter Violette: From Logger to Senior Care Owner – Running for Maine Senate District 26

Peter Violette joins Chuck Ellis to share his story and platform as a Republican candidate for Maine Senate District 26 (primary June 9, 2026). Lifelong Mainer (Aroostook roots, Windham resident) with 20 years logging, MSW/social work (foster care/DHHS experience), and 14+ years running in-home senior care agency.He runs because he's not giving up on Maine: Fix skyrocketing costs (taxes, housing, electricity from overregulation/"clean energy" failures), audit fraud/corruption (MaineCare scandals), reform DHHS/foster care, protect seniors (reverse nursing home closures), grow economy via deregulation/business mindset.Firm on girls' sports: No boys in girls' categories—protect fairness while respecting individuals. Peter: "Businessman with a social worker's heart"—hard worker, collaborator, ready to win in fall.Listen now if you're in District 26 and want experienced, no-nonsense leadership. Share with voters!Connect: peterviolette.com | Facebook Peter Violette for Maine State SenateSubscribe for raw Maine politics & candidate truths.#MaineSenate #District26 #PeterViolette #VoteLocal #Maine2026 #Affordability #Seniors #PrimaryElection