Natural beauty Quote by William Giraldi

Excellent education and an excellent environment are two hallmarks of our state. How we treat our environment is connected to so many other opportunities…

— John Baldacci

Maine people have a live-and-let-live philosophy, and tend to be fair and open-minded.

— Chellie Pingree

“If you are antisocial, far northern Maine is the place for you. Of course, other preferences and characteristics besides not liking to have people…

— David Rosenfelt

I think Maine needs people. It needs diversity. It needs to be able to respect people. Openness is crucial for this state because we…

— John Baldacci

Maine's motto is "Vacationland," but as far as I'm concerned, it should be, "Maine: Putting the 'spite' in hospitality since 1820."

— John Hodgman

I think that I'm reaching a point in my life and in my career where soon it will be important for me to get…

— John Hodgman

In Maine, there is a deeply ingrained sense that you can always get a little more use out of something.

— Tim Sample

As human beings in Maine, we, without question, value our families above anything and everything else and it is time for us to put…

— Sara Gideon

Maine is the best place in the country to live and to raise our family. And it's because of our people and our approach…

— Sara Gideon

Maine's long and cold winters may help keep our State's population low, but our harsh climate also accounts for what is unique and valuable…

— Tom Allen

In a way, I'm very interested in writing about Maine, because I think Maine represents its own kind of history. It's the oldest state,…

— Elizabeth Strout

“The idea of having several days, never mind weeks or months, to relocate to a climate that was better for your lungs or gout,…

— John Hodgman