I also like and respect Sen. Collins. She has tirelessly served the people of  Maine and our nation for nearly thirty years.

And those red dresses...

But not everyone is as fond of Susan Collins as I am. Because Sen. Collins has repeatedly voted more like a Democrat, some have labeled her a R.I.N.O. -- a Republican in Name Only. 

I'd like this to be an exemplary, civil campaign, focused on the issues. I will try to avoid name calling an negative campaigning. I'm sure Sen. Collins will agree.

But these Sen. Collins detractors have a good point. Maine Republicans deserve a strong Republican voice in Washington.

I'm your man.

Susan Collins is vulnerable.

I'm confident I can muster the resources required to wage an effective campaign.

I intend to energize our MAGA base, our youth, and use technology like it's never been used before.

When I phoned Susan the night of the election in 1996 to concede, and congratulate her on her victory, she told me I'm a good debater. I really appreciated that. And I've been working on my debate skills. I'm ready for a re-match and look forward to debating Sen. Collins not just in the usual venues but all over the state, as often as possible-- kinda like Lincoln and Douglas.

A Primary can only make a candidate stronger. That's what Primaries do.

If Susan wins in June, she will have fought hard and be better able to take on Janet in November. I will be 110% behind her, and I would expect every Maine Republican to be with me by Susan's side, in November.

I plan to make my case to Maine Republicans that, even though I'm starting from scratch with no money and name ID, I can beat Janet Mills in November. I hope to demonstrate, not just engage in political rhetoric.

My plan is to organize and energize not just Susan but the entire the Maine Republican Party! Folks, we have a State to take back! We will, Lord willing, FLIP MAINE RED!

As Khan, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, quoted Sherlock (uh, also wonderfully portrayed by Cumberbatch) to James T. Kirk in the Star Trek movie, "The game is afoot!"

As far as I'm concerned, defeating Gov. Mills will be like shooting fish in a barrel!

So much fodder.

But, it will be an epic battle. Lots of national attention and resources.

It's out with the old and in with the new. I've got the will, the energy, and the ideas to support President Trump in keeping America great. I'm confident Maine's electorate will see that, and send me to Washington.

Fasten your seatbelts. Place your seat-back tray tables in their upright position. After I take the oath of office in January 2027, and we've taken the Blaine House and the Maine Legislature back, you'll be free to move around the cabin. 

Republican control in Maine last happened in 2011, but this time, there will be no mercy. We will take no prisoners. We will repeal every law that even smells socialist. Maine will become the freest state in the Nation!

Are you ready to join me? Who's with me? 

(think me in the Scottish Highlands, on a horse, kinda like Mel Gibson, rallying the troops--- that's you, yelling FREEDOM!!!)