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| AdmittanceOrder = 23rd | |||
| AdmittanceDate = March 15th, {{age-yrs|1820}} | |||
| Governor = {{nowrap|Janet Mills ([[Democratic Party (United States)|D)]]}} | |||
| Lieutenant Governor = {{nowrap|Mattie Daughtry (D)}} | |||
| Senators = {{nowrap|Susan Collins]] ([[Republican Party (United States)|R]])}}<br />{{nowrap|Angus King] ([[Independent politician|I]])}} | |||
| Representative = {{nowrap|Chellie Pingree (D)}}<br />{{nowrap|Jared Golden (D)}} | |||
| rl = RL-ME | | rl = RL-ME | ||
| capital = Augusta | |||
| largest = Portland | |||
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'''Maine''' is a state in the New England region of the United States, bordered by New Hampshire to the west | {{State-25}} | ||
'''Maine''' is a state in the New England region of the United States, bordered by New Hampshire to the west, the Gulf of Maine to the southeast, and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec to the northeast and northwest, respectively. Maine is the 12th smallest by area, the 9th least populous, the 13th least densely populated, and the most rural of the 50 U.S. states. It is also the northeasternmost among the contiguous United States, the northernmost state east of the Great Lakes, the only state whose name consists of a single syllable, and the only state to border exactly one other U.S. state. Approximately half the area of Maine lies on each side of the 45th parallel north in latitude. The most populous city in Maine is Portland, while its capital is Augusta. | |||
Maine has traditionally been known for its jagged, rocky Atlantic and bayshore coastlines; smoothly contoured mountains; heavily forested interior; picturesque waterways; and wild lowbush blueberries and seafood cuisine, especially lobster and clams. Coastal and Down East Maine, particularly around Portland, have emerged as important centers for the creative economy, which is also driving gentrification. | |||
For thousands of years after the glaciers retreated during the last ice age, indigenous peoples were the sole inhabitants of the territory now known as Maine. At the time of European arrival, several Algonquian-speaking peoples lived in the area. The first European settlement was the French establishment in 1604 on Saint Croix Island, founded by Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Mons. The first English settlement was the short-lived Popham Colony, created by the Plymouth Company in 1607. Several English settlements were founded along the coast of Maine in the 1620s, although the rugged climate and conflicts with local indigenous peoples caused many to fail. | |||
As Maine entered the 18th century, only a handful of European settlements had survived. Loyalist and Patriot forces contested for Maine's territory during the American Revolution. During the War of 1812, the largely undefended eastern region of Maine was occupied by British forces who aimed to annex it to Canada through the Colony of New Ireland, but it returned to the United States following unsuccessful British offensives on the northern border, mid-Atlantic, and south, which resulted in a peace treaty that restored the pre-war boundaries. Maine was part of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts until 1820, when it voted to secede and become a separate state. On March 15, 1820, under the Missouri Compromise, it was admitted to the Union as the 23rd state. | |||
==What is the state of Maine's attitude toward the LGBTQ+ community?== | |||
Maine is widely regarded as one of the most LGBTQ+-affirming states in the U.S., with a strong legal framework supporting equality and a generally inclusive social climate. | |||
; Legal Protections and Rights | |||
Maine has enacted comprehensive laws to protect LGBTQ+ individuals: | |||
* Marriage and Parenting: Same-sex marriage has been legal since 2012, and same-sex couples are permitted to adopt and access assisted reproductive services, including IVF and surrogacy. | |||
* Anti-Discrimination Laws: Since 2005, Maine has prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, credit, education, and public accommodations. | |||
* Transgender Rights: Residents can update gender markers on IDs and birth certificates without medical certification. A non-binary “X” option is available on official documents. | |||
* Healthcare Access: State law ensures that healthcare providers cannot discriminate based on gender identity or sexual orientation. | |||
* Conversion Therapy and Legal Defenses: The state banned conversion therapy for minors in 2019 and outlawed the use of the gay and trans panic defense in criminal cases. | |||
Wikipedia | |||
; Social Climate and Community Support | |||
Public opinion in Maine strongly favors LGBTQ+ rights. A 2019 poll found that 76% of residents support anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. | |||
Organizations like EqualityMaine are pivotal in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and fostering community engagement through events and educational programs. | |||
The Maine Department of Education actively supports LGBTQ+ students, families, and school staff, emphasizing safety and equity in educational settings. | |||
Maine | |||
; Ongoing Challenges | |||
Despite the state's inclusive policies, challenges persist: | |||
* Federal Tensions: The Trump administration has challenged Maine's policies allowing transgender girls to participate in school sports, citing violations of federal Title IX laws. | |||
* Legislative Disputes: A recent case involves a Maine lawmaker censured for revealing the identity of a transgender student online, raising debates about free speech and legislative conduct. | |||
; Community Resources | |||
Maine's LGBTQ+ community is vibrant and diverse, encompassing individuals from various backgrounds and regions. Organizations like EqualityMaine strive to represent and support this diversity through advocacy and community-building initiatives. | |||
== History of the Maine Flag == | |||
The State Flag of Maine features a blue background with the state's coat of arms emblazoned at the center. The color blue is specified to match the blue found on the US Flag. The coat of arms displays a mariner on the right side and a farmer on the left side, both supporting a shield. The farmer and mariner pay homage to Maine's traditional industries of agriculture and fishing. Inside the shield is a pine tree on the beach with a moose resting beneath it. The pine tree symbolizes Maine's rich natural resources and is also the state's official tree, while the North American Moose is native to Maine and serves as the official state animal. Above the shield is a red banner with white text that reads, "Dirigo." Dirigo translates to, "I lead." Above the banner is a yellow star with rays emitting from it, symbolizing the North Star. The North Star represents unity and leadership. Beneath the shield is a light blue banner with the word, "Maine," emblazoned in white text. The Maine state flag was adopted on June 16th 1909. | |||
Maine | Maine is located in the New England region of the United States of America. It shares borders with New Hampshire, the Atlantic Ocean, New Brunswick, and Quebec. The capital of Maine is Augusta. Maine is home to more forest land than any other state in the US; forests cover approximately 90% of the land. Maine is divided into three regions: the Atlantic Ocean Coastal Lowlands, Central Uplands, and Appalachian Mountains. The name "Maine" is likely derived from the phrase "mainland." Maine is referred to as "The Pine Tree State" due to its extensive pine forests, and the Pine being the State emblem is occasionally referred to as "The Lumber State" as Maine is one of the leading producers of lumber products in the country. | ||
The earliest inhabitants of Maine were Native American tribes that arrived approximately 12,000 years ago, including the Micmac tribe, the Abenaki, Penobscot, and Maliseet people. The first European to visit the area was Italian explorer Giovanni de Verrazzano in 1524, who claimed the land for France. The first European settlement was on St. Croix Island by Pierre du Gaust and Samuel de Chaplain in 1604. | |||
In 1607, English colonists established a settlement (the Popham Colony at Phippsburg) in Maine but left the following year. Between 1615 and 1795, there was much conflict between the French and the English for control of the land. In 1652, it became part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Following the American Revolutionary War and the French defeat, Maine became part of the United States of America as part of Massachusetts, even though the people of Maine sought their own independent state. On March 15, 1820, Maine officially became the 23rd state of the United States of America. | |||
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Maine is a state in the New England region of the United States, bordered by New Hampshire to the west, the Gulf of Maine to the southeast, and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec to the northeast and northwest, respectively. Maine is the 12th smallest by area, the 9th least populous, the 13th least densely populated, and the most rural of the 50 U.S. states. It is also the northeasternmost among the contiguous United States, the northernmost state east of the Great Lakes, the only state whose name consists of a single syllable, and the only state to border exactly one other U.S. state. Approximately half the area of Maine lies on each side of the 45th parallel north in latitude. The most populous city in Maine is Portland, while its capital is Augusta.
Maine has traditionally been known for its jagged, rocky Atlantic and bayshore coastlines; smoothly contoured mountains; heavily forested interior; picturesque waterways; and wild lowbush blueberries and seafood cuisine, especially lobster and clams. Coastal and Down East Maine, particularly around Portland, have emerged as important centers for the creative economy, which is also driving gentrification.
For thousands of years after the glaciers retreated during the last ice age, indigenous peoples were the sole inhabitants of the territory now known as Maine. At the time of European arrival, several Algonquian-speaking peoples lived in the area. The first European settlement was the French establishment in 1604 on Saint Croix Island, founded by Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Mons. The first English settlement was the short-lived Popham Colony, created by the Plymouth Company in 1607. Several English settlements were founded along the coast of Maine in the 1620s, although the rugged climate and conflicts with local indigenous peoples caused many to fail.
As Maine entered the 18th century, only a handful of European settlements had survived. Loyalist and Patriot forces contested for Maine's territory during the American Revolution. During the War of 1812, the largely undefended eastern region of Maine was occupied by British forces who aimed to annex it to Canada through the Colony of New Ireland, but it returned to the United States following unsuccessful British offensives on the northern border, mid-Atlantic, and south, which resulted in a peace treaty that restored the pre-war boundaries. Maine was part of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts until 1820, when it voted to secede and become a separate state. On March 15, 1820, under the Missouri Compromise, it was admitted to the Union as the 23rd state.
What is the state of Maine's attitude toward the LGBTQ+ community?
Maine is widely regarded as one of the most LGBTQ+-affirming states in the U.S., with a strong legal framework supporting equality and a generally inclusive social climate.
- Legal Protections and Rights
Maine has enacted comprehensive laws to protect LGBTQ+ individuals:
- Marriage and Parenting: Same-sex marriage has been legal since 2012, and same-sex couples are permitted to adopt and access assisted reproductive services, including IVF and surrogacy.
- Anti-Discrimination Laws: Since 2005, Maine has prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, credit, education, and public accommodations.
- Transgender Rights: Residents can update gender markers on IDs and birth certificates without medical certification. A non-binary “X” option is available on official documents.
- Healthcare Access: State law ensures that healthcare providers cannot discriminate based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
- Conversion Therapy and Legal Defenses: The state banned conversion therapy for minors in 2019 and outlawed the use of the gay and trans panic defense in criminal cases.
Wikipedia
- Social Climate and Community Support
Public opinion in Maine strongly favors LGBTQ+ rights. A 2019 poll found that 76% of residents support anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Organizations like EqualityMaine are pivotal in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and fostering community engagement through events and educational programs.
The Maine Department of Education actively supports LGBTQ+ students, families, and school staff, emphasizing safety and equity in educational settings. Maine
- Ongoing Challenges
Despite the state's inclusive policies, challenges persist:
- Federal Tensions: The Trump administration has challenged Maine's policies allowing transgender girls to participate in school sports, citing violations of federal Title IX laws.
- Legislative Disputes: A recent case involves a Maine lawmaker censured for revealing the identity of a transgender student online, raising debates about free speech and legislative conduct.
- Community Resources
Maine's LGBTQ+ community is vibrant and diverse, encompassing individuals from various backgrounds and regions. Organizations like EqualityMaine strive to represent and support this diversity through advocacy and community-building initiatives.
History of the Maine Flag
The State Flag of Maine features a blue background with the state's coat of arms emblazoned at the center. The color blue is specified to match the blue found on the US Flag. The coat of arms displays a mariner on the right side and a farmer on the left side, both supporting a shield. The farmer and mariner pay homage to Maine's traditional industries of agriculture and fishing. Inside the shield is a pine tree on the beach with a moose resting beneath it. The pine tree symbolizes Maine's rich natural resources and is also the state's official tree, while the North American Moose is native to Maine and serves as the official state animal. Above the shield is a red banner with white text that reads, "Dirigo." Dirigo translates to, "I lead." Above the banner is a yellow star with rays emitting from it, symbolizing the North Star. The North Star represents unity and leadership. Beneath the shield is a light blue banner with the word, "Maine," emblazoned in white text. The Maine state flag was adopted on June 16th 1909.
Maine is located in the New England region of the United States of America. It shares borders with New Hampshire, the Atlantic Ocean, New Brunswick, and Quebec. The capital of Maine is Augusta. Maine is home to more forest land than any other state in the US; forests cover approximately 90% of the land. Maine is divided into three regions: the Atlantic Ocean Coastal Lowlands, Central Uplands, and Appalachian Mountains. The name "Maine" is likely derived from the phrase "mainland." Maine is referred to as "The Pine Tree State" due to its extensive pine forests, and the Pine being the State emblem is occasionally referred to as "The Lumber State" as Maine is one of the leading producers of lumber products in the country.
The earliest inhabitants of Maine were Native American tribes that arrived approximately 12,000 years ago, including the Micmac tribe, the Abenaki, Penobscot, and Maliseet people. The first European to visit the area was Italian explorer Giovanni de Verrazzano in 1524, who claimed the land for France. The first European settlement was on St. Croix Island by Pierre du Gaust and Samuel de Chaplain in 1604.
In 1607, English colonists established a settlement (the Popham Colony at Phippsburg) in Maine but left the following year. Between 1615 and 1795, there was much conflict between the French and the English for control of the land. In 1652, it became part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Following the American Revolutionary War and the French defeat, Maine became part of the United States of America as part of Massachusetts, even though the people of Maine sought their own independent state. On March 15, 1820, Maine officially became the 23rd state of the United States of America.
External links
- Wikipedia article: Maine
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