Term Limits and a Dynamic Democracy

Join us at the Holiday Inn Portland-By The Bay on April 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time) for a lively discussion about term limits and how they shape our dynamic democracy. It’s a great chance to dive into the topic, share your thoughts, and connect with others who care about keeping our democracy fresh and fair. Don’t miss out on this engaging in-person event!

This dialogue brings together the practical legislative experience of former Representative David Trone and Senator Joseph Baldacci with the rigorous academic insights of Professor Samantha Pettey. The focus is on how term limits act as a structural "reset button," fostering open-seat elections and diversifying the democratic pipeline.

Refreshments & Raffle: An open bar and hors d'oeuvres will be provided for all guests. As a thank you for joining the conversation, every guest who RSVPs using this before April 20th will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 Portland restaurant gift card to Salt Yard Cafe and Bar in Portland and an exclusive swag bag!

Info: An open bar and hors d'oeuvres will be provided for all guests.

Info: Join us for a bipartisan conversation featuring former U.S. Representative David Trone, Maine State Senator Joseph Baldacci, and Professor Samantha Pettey. Together, we will explore how term limits provide opportunities for the empowerment of the democratic process through open-seat elections and a greater diversity of choices at the ballot box. We will give special emphasis to Professor Pettey's work regarding the impact of term limits on the number of women running for office and achieving legislative representation.

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