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Dan Kleban
Democrat
Dan Kleban
Maine Democratic Senate nominee on Jul 31, 2026?
$1.8M
JUL 31, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBrewery co-owner
PartyDemocratic
LocationMaine
BackgroundBrewery co-owner
Notable personal detailsDan Kleban is a Maine entrepreneur and craft brewer who co-founded and co-owns Maine Beer Company in Freeport, Maine. He previously worked as an attorney before helping start the brewery in 2009. Kleban ran for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine in the 2026 election cycle and later withdrew from the race.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
No clear, specific public position on federal tax policy or detailed tax proposals was found. The candidate emphasizes addressing the rising cost of living, investing in workers (living wages, employer-paid health care and retirement benefits), and supporting small businesses by reducing red tape, but does not provide explicit statements about raising or cutting taxes in available campaign coverage and statements.
Healthcare
Supports making healthcare more affordable and reinvesting in Maine’s health system; views reinstating Affordable Care Act credits and reversing recent federal cuts as priorities. Emphasizes protecting access in rural areas and addressing hospital and nursing-home financial pressures.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports protecting abortion rights and criticized Senator Susan Collins for failing to defend reproductive rights; he ran for U.S. Senate as a Democrat citing the need to stand up for abortion access. His public statements frame the issue as one where elected officials should defend reproductive freedom.
Climate & Energy
Supports strong clean-energy investment and environmental protections, links a healthy environment to Maine’s economy, and criticizes policies that reduce renewable energy incentives. Emphasizes clean water, support for farmers affected by climate change, and company commitments to transition to clean energy. Positions reflect advocacy for renewable energy incentives and opposition to rolling back clean-energy policy.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 10, 2026
Dan Kleban is being discussed as a possible replacement nominee for Maine Democrats in the 2026 U.S. Senate race after Graham Platner withdrew following a sexual assault allegation. Party officials are preparing a convention to pick a new candidate before the ballot deadline, and Kleban is among several names under consideration. The process is moving quickly as Democrats try to keep the seat in play against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
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Articles
BDBangor Daily News22 days ago
Maine’s pivotal ranked-choice voting count will stretch into Thursday
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RSRolling Stone1 day ago
Graham Platner Drops Out of Maine Senate Race
Neutral
PPPortland Press Herald14 hours ago
Who’s running to replace Graham Platner - and who isn’t
Neutral
WEWashington Examiner1 day ago
Maine Democrats to hold nominating convention after Platner exit
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Polls
Maine Senate winner? (Person)
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$458.8K
$344.1K
$229.4K
$114.7K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$458.8K
$419.50
$458.4K
$30.6K
Source: FEC
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