David Evans
@evansformaine.bsky.social
2026 Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine |
Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th | Winning with Radical Empathy and Courageous Reform
Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th | Winning with Radical Empathy and Courageous Reform
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In Maine, we show up, speak honestly, and take care of one another. It's time for our leaders to do the same. That’s why I am ready to dedicate my skills and expertise to MOVING MAINE FORWARD in the U.S. Senate.
I’m running to become Maine’s next senator because we don’t have a country divided into two political parties.
Being a senator is about understanding the needs Maine within the context of the other 49 states.
The challenges our state faces requires more than partisan games.
Being a senator is about understanding the needs Maine within the context of the other 49 states.
The challenges our state faces requires more than partisan games.
November 16, 2025 at 2:47 AM
I’m running to become Maine’s next senator because we don’t have a country divided into two political parties.
Being a senator is about understanding the needs Maine within the context of the other 49 states.
The challenges our state faces requires more than partisan games.
Being a senator is about understanding the needs Maine within the context of the other 49 states.
The challenges our state faces requires more than partisan games.
Mainers are a people that stand in the middle, holding out stretched arms for our neighbors.
We’re the bridge that’ll remind Republicans their party has been hijacked!
I’m running and stepping up to be that person.
The person that brings our state together and defeats Susan Collins!
We’re the bridge that’ll remind Republicans their party has been hijacked!
I’m running and stepping up to be that person.
The person that brings our state together and defeats Susan Collins!
Had a great time in Maine and was honored to share the stage with my friends, Vice Chair of the DNC Malcolm Kenyatta and Gov Pritzker! Great job Maine dems. Because elections aren't won on election day! Bye bye Susan Collins.
November 15, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Mainers are a people that stand in the middle, holding out stretched arms for our neighbors.
We’re the bridge that’ll remind Republicans their party has been hijacked!
I’m running and stepping up to be that person.
The person that brings our state together and defeats Susan Collins!
We’re the bridge that’ll remind Republicans their party has been hijacked!
I’m running and stepping up to be that person.
The person that brings our state together and defeats Susan Collins!
After the event, I hooked up with Officer @libradunn1.bsky.social, and had a great time talking with him about January 6th and our political climate in America!
As a Chaplain for the DC Guard, taking care of our Capitol Police Officers in the aftermath of the attack was a core part of our mission.
As a Chaplain for the DC Guard, taking care of our Capitol Police Officers in the aftermath of the attack was a core part of our mission.
November 15, 2025 at 2:20 PM
After the event, I hooked up with Officer @libradunn1.bsky.social, and had a great time talking with him about January 6th and our political climate in America!
As a Chaplain for the DC Guard, taking care of our Capitol Police Officers in the aftermath of the attack was a core part of our mission.
As a Chaplain for the DC Guard, taking care of our Capitol Police Officers in the aftermath of the attack was a core part of our mission.
We really need to stop saying childcare. It conveys this a very incomplete view of early childhood education.
An infant begins learning from birth. Sounds, noises, smell, touch, taste.
We must invest nationally in establishing an early childhood education system from age 6 months to 6 years old.
An infant begins learning from birth. Sounds, noises, smell, touch, taste.
We must invest nationally in establishing an early childhood education system from age 6 months to 6 years old.
For far too many families, the cost of childcare is driving them out of the city they love.
New Yorkers deserve to be able to afford to raise families here.
New Yorkers deserve to be able to afford to raise families here.
November 14, 2025 at 1:42 AM
We really need to stop saying childcare. It conveys this a very incomplete view of early childhood education.
An infant begins learning from birth. Sounds, noises, smell, touch, taste.
We must invest nationally in establishing an early childhood education system from age 6 months to 6 years old.
An infant begins learning from birth. Sounds, noises, smell, touch, taste.
We must invest nationally in establishing an early childhood education system from age 6 months to 6 years old.
I was born and raised in Illinois (Yes…I am FROM AWAY)
And the Land Component Command Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th.
So yeah…I’m totally stoked for tomorrow!!!!
And the Land Component Command Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th.
So yeah…I’m totally stoked for tomorrow!!!!
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NOV 14, FRI, 4:30-9:00PM
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Maine Dems Blue Wave Gala
Portland Regency Hotel
20 Milk St, Portland, Maine
Senate Reception, Gubernatorial Reception, Gala Dinner
"Back to the Blaine House" & "Susan Collins Retirement Party"
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NOV 14, FRI, 4:30-9:00PM
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Maine Dems Blue Wave Gala
Portland Regency Hotel
20 Milk St, Portland, Maine
Senate Reception, Gubernatorial Reception, Gala Dinner
"Back to the Blaine House" & "Susan Collins Retirement Party"
secure.actblue.com/donate/bluew...
November 14, 2025 at 1:27 AM
I was born and raised in Illinois (Yes…I am FROM AWAY)
And the Land Component Command Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th.
So yeah…I’m totally stoked for tomorrow!!!!
And the Land Component Command Chaplain for the DC Guard on January 6th.
So yeah…I’m totally stoked for tomorrow!!!!
I love the way this post is worded.
When I talk about healthcare reform, it’s really about breaking it down into specific buckets.
Outpatient primary care, in-patient care, long term care, mental health, pharmaceuticals
We can do better and tackle problems when we deal with them in nuanced ways
When I talk about healthcare reform, it’s really about breaking it down into specific buckets.
Outpatient primary care, in-patient care, long term care, mental health, pharmaceuticals
We can do better and tackle problems when we deal with them in nuanced ways
As a direct primary care physician, I don’t accept insurance, and yet I know how important it is for patients to have affordable healthcare for emergencies and anything beyond the scope of outpatient family medicine. I’m deeply disappointed in Sen Angus King. He screwed us all.
November 14, 2025 at 1:20 AM
I love the way this post is worded.
When I talk about healthcare reform, it’s really about breaking it down into specific buckets.
Outpatient primary care, in-patient care, long term care, mental health, pharmaceuticals
We can do better and tackle problems when we deal with them in nuanced ways
When I talk about healthcare reform, it’s really about breaking it down into specific buckets.
Outpatient primary care, in-patient care, long term care, mental health, pharmaceuticals
We can do better and tackle problems when we deal with them in nuanced ways
Profit margins on coffee have been squeezed pretty tightly due to increased supply costs.
That said, an extra $0.50 on a cup of coffee to pay someone a living wage really isn’t that hard.
That said, an extra $0.50 on a cup of coffee to pay someone a living wage really isn’t that hard.
Starbucks Workers United, as of 3 hours ago, is officially ON STRIKE. They want to tell supporters nationwide: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS at any location, today and beyond, while workers are on ULP strike.
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 14, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Profit margins on coffee have been squeezed pretty tightly due to increased supply costs.
That said, an extra $0.50 on a cup of coffee to pay someone a living wage really isn’t that hard.
That said, an extra $0.50 on a cup of coffee to pay someone a living wage really isn’t that hard.
I arrived in Portland tonight and will be here through Saturday for the @mainedems.bsky.social Gala and Pre-Event for the Senate candidates.
So many wonderful conversations with Mainers in Portland the last few hours.
Grateful to have met them and earned their support for the primary.
So many wonderful conversations with Mainers in Portland the last few hours.
Grateful to have met them and earned their support for the primary.
November 14, 2025 at 12:50 AM
I arrived in Portland tonight and will be here through Saturday for the @mainedems.bsky.social Gala and Pre-Event for the Senate candidates.
So many wonderful conversations with Mainers in Portland the last few hours.
Grateful to have met them and earned their support for the primary.
So many wonderful conversations with Mainers in Portland the last few hours.
Grateful to have met them and earned their support for the primary.
MAGA and the DSA have a lot in common. Both are deeply unserious about governing.
November 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
MAGA and the DSA have a lot in common. Both are deeply unserious about governing.
So why exactly did I just get a poll asking me if I prefer Graham Platner as the democratic nominee in CD2 or Paul LePage as the Republican nominee?
November 12, 2025 at 10:08 PM
So why exactly did I just get a poll asking me if I prefer Graham Platner as the democratic nominee in CD2 or Paul LePage as the Republican nominee?
Building the kind of government that serves everyone, begins with listening!
November 12, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Building the kind of government that serves everyone, begins with listening!
The ideal of America is forever the unfinished and humble dream that we can live together with those who believe different, look different, and think different than ourselves, and all become better for it.
November 12, 2025 at 12:45 PM
The ideal of America is forever the unfinished and humble dream that we can live together with those who believe different, look different, and think different than ourselves, and all become better for it.
The moral injury from things like the Capitol attack are something I doubt I’ll ever fully recover from.
Grateful for the friendship that’s developed between @jordanwood.bsky.social and I.
He was at the Capitol that day, and I was helping with the response effort as a Chaplain for the DC Guard.
Grateful for the friendship that’s developed between @jordanwood.bsky.social and I.
He was at the Capitol that day, and I was helping with the response effort as a Chaplain for the DC Guard.
'Vets Say No': Protesting Trump's 'moral injury' on troops in U.S. cities
open.substack.com/pub/allrisen...
open.substack.com/pub/allrisen...
'Vets Say No': Protesting Trump's 'moral injury' on troops in U.S. cities
Courts and veterans are pushing back on Trump's self-styled war on blue cities.
open.substack.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 AM
The moral injury from things like the Capitol attack are something I doubt I’ll ever fully recover from.
Grateful for the friendship that’s developed between @jordanwood.bsky.social and I.
He was at the Capitol that day, and I was helping with the response effort as a Chaplain for the DC Guard.
Grateful for the friendship that’s developed between @jordanwood.bsky.social and I.
He was at the Capitol that day, and I was helping with the response effort as a Chaplain for the DC Guard.
Just for the sake of clarity:
I’m a democratic capitalist.
I have plans for better government programs that covers:
Healthcare
Jobs
Education
Childcare
Energy
But if you’re interested socialism as the means of getting there, I’m not your candidate.
I’m a democratic capitalist.
I have plans for better government programs that covers:
Healthcare
Jobs
Education
Childcare
Energy
But if you’re interested socialism as the means of getting there, I’m not your candidate.
November 12, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Just for the sake of clarity:
I’m a democratic capitalist.
I have plans for better government programs that covers:
Healthcare
Jobs
Education
Childcare
Energy
But if you’re interested socialism as the means of getting there, I’m not your candidate.
I’m a democratic capitalist.
I have plans for better government programs that covers:
Healthcare
Jobs
Education
Childcare
Energy
But if you’re interested socialism as the means of getting there, I’m not your candidate.
“Who are the rich?”
I easily qualify as rich.
The inflation indexed military pension that I have is worth $1.5-1.7M.
I got that by serving our nation as many veterans do.
The real question isn’t inherently about wealth, but about continued service and adding value back to society.
I easily qualify as rich.
The inflation indexed military pension that I have is worth $1.5-1.7M.
I got that by serving our nation as many veterans do.
The real question isn’t inherently about wealth, but about continued service and adding value back to society.
"Do the rich have too much political power in the US?"
Democrats:
🟢 Yes: 96%
⚫️ No: 1%
Independents:
🟢 Yes: 87%
⚫️ No: 4%
Republican:
🟢 Yes: 68%
⚫️ No: 15%
Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/usapolli...
Democrats:
🟢 Yes: 96%
⚫️ No: 1%
Independents:
🟢 Yes: 87%
⚫️ No: 4%
Republican:
🟢 Yes: 68%
⚫️ No: 15%
Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/usapolli...
Americans Unite Against Billionaire Influence
Voters across party lines say billionaire power has gone too far and demand higher taxes
open.substack.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:15 AM
“Who are the rich?”
I easily qualify as rich.
The inflation indexed military pension that I have is worth $1.5-1.7M.
I got that by serving our nation as many veterans do.
The real question isn’t inherently about wealth, but about continued service and adding value back to society.
I easily qualify as rich.
The inflation indexed military pension that I have is worth $1.5-1.7M.
I got that by serving our nation as many veterans do.
The real question isn’t inherently about wealth, but about continued service and adding value back to society.
We must fix and restore to military service our trans service members.
If someone is willing to take a bullet to the face for your ability to openly hate their existence. You know what you do?
You sit down and say, "Thank you for your service"
If someone is willing to take a bullet to the face for your ability to openly hate their existence. You know what you do?
You sit down and say, "Thank you for your service"
November 11, 2025 at 5:52 PM
We must fix and restore to military service our trans service members.
If someone is willing to take a bullet to the face for your ability to openly hate their existence. You know what you do?
You sit down and say, "Thank you for your service"
If someone is willing to take a bullet to the face for your ability to openly hate their existence. You know what you do?
You sit down and say, "Thank you for your service"
What does being a democrat mean to me?
See below to learn more!
See below to learn more!
November 11, 2025 at 4:33 PM
What does being a democrat mean to me?
See below to learn more!
See below to learn more!
One of the many reforms that are deeply needed is for the government to cover COBRA costs while someone is actively looking for a job.
I'm with you, Tia, I and millions of good, hard-working Americans. It's going to take time, sticking together, and lots of helping each other, though things will get better.
I feel awful. The country is crappy and people are cruel and my son got fired and I’m just really sad. People need healthcare and I’m frightened and I can’t understand republicans. My lab lost funding and we’ve had layoffs. I’m worried.
Today sucks.
Sorry guys.
I just needed to get it all out.
Today sucks.
Sorry guys.
I just needed to get it all out.
November 11, 2025 at 1:07 PM
One of the many reforms that are deeply needed is for the government to cover COBRA costs while someone is actively looking for a job.
Question for all you @grahamformaine.bsky.social supporters out there.
Does he get a pass on lying, Nazi tattoos, homophobic comments, and excusing sexual assault, because he’s a veteran?
Cause he chose that, multiple times, got out, and chose it again as a contractor.
So I’m really lost. Thanks.
Does he get a pass on lying, Nazi tattoos, homophobic comments, and excusing sexual assault, because he’s a veteran?
Cause he chose that, multiple times, got out, and chose it again as a contractor.
So I’m really lost. Thanks.
November 10, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Question for all you @grahamformaine.bsky.social supporters out there.
Does he get a pass on lying, Nazi tattoos, homophobic comments, and excusing sexual assault, because he’s a veteran?
Cause he chose that, multiple times, got out, and chose it again as a contractor.
So I’m really lost. Thanks.
Does he get a pass on lying, Nazi tattoos, homophobic comments, and excusing sexual assault, because he’s a veteran?
Cause he chose that, multiple times, got out, and chose it again as a contractor.
So I’m really lost. Thanks.
I’m running because I want my kids to grow up in a better world than the one we’re currently living with.
One where they can thrive and belong to communities that encourage and protect them.
Where respect for individual freedoms and healthy disagreements mean we still eat together as Americans!
One where they can thrive and belong to communities that encourage and protect them.
Where respect for individual freedoms and healthy disagreements mean we still eat together as Americans!
November 5, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I’m running because I want my kids to grow up in a better world than the one we’re currently living with.
One where they can thrive and belong to communities that encourage and protect them.
Where respect for individual freedoms and healthy disagreements mean we still eat together as Americans!
One where they can thrive and belong to communities that encourage and protect them.
Where respect for individual freedoms and healthy disagreements mean we still eat together as Americans!
It's possible for democrats to win nationally because we embraced a diversity of approaches and candidates.
Success here, wins there –– lots to show Americans are getting out, voting, and standing up.
Winning the Midterms in 2026 started today.
#WhenWeVoteWeWin #Elections2025 #VOTE
Winning the Midterms in 2026 started today.
#WhenWeVoteWeWin #Elections2025 #VOTE
What we know, 12:10am
[Now in 2 parts]
—Prop 50 wins
—VA Dems flip Gov, LG, AG
—Dems flip ≈13 seats in VA House
—Dems defend NJ-Gov + Assembly
—Dems win NJ+VA trifectas
—Mamdani wins
—PA Dems win supreme court
—ME vote-restricting measure loses
—GA Dems flip 2 statewide offices
—Krasner & Bragg win
[Now in 2 parts]
—Prop 50 wins
—VA Dems flip Gov, LG, AG
—Dems flip ≈13 seats in VA House
—Dems defend NJ-Gov + Assembly
—Dems win NJ+VA trifectas
—Mamdani wins
—PA Dems win supreme court
—ME vote-restricting measure loses
—GA Dems flip 2 statewide offices
—Krasner & Bragg win
November 5, 2025 at 1:33 PM
It's possible for democrats to win nationally because we embraced a diversity of approaches and candidates.
Government is serious business for serious people.
The people of Maine deserve a senator who can fight for their needs because they understand how government works.
You can’t fight a system that you don’t understand.
I’ve spent my life developing systems and making government more efficient.
The people of Maine deserve a senator who can fight for their needs because they understand how government works.
You can’t fight a system that you don’t understand.
I’ve spent my life developing systems and making government more efficient.
October 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Government is serious business for serious people.
The people of Maine deserve a senator who can fight for their needs because they understand how government works.
You can’t fight a system that you don’t understand.
I’ve spent my life developing systems and making government more efficient.
The people of Maine deserve a senator who can fight for their needs because they understand how government works.
You can’t fight a system that you don’t understand.
I’ve spent my life developing systems and making government more efficient.
Who is ready for a common-sense movement to build a future based on economic opportunity, national security, and a future where every American is equipped from birth to succeed?
October 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Who is ready for a common-sense movement to build a future based on economic opportunity, national security, and a future where every American is equipped from birth to succeed?
Hey folks, I'm one of the candidates in the democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
I think it's important that people know there are several of us running in this primary.
Link: davidevansforsenate.com/election-guide
I think it's important that people know there are several of us running in this primary.
Link: davidevansforsenate.com/election-guide
David Evans for U.S. Senate | Moving Maine Forward
David Evans — Maine's best choice for U.S. Senate. A decorated Army veteran and former Pentagon Policy Writer, David Evans is a proven leader fighting to keep our communities safe, make life more affo...
davidevansforsenate.com
October 24, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Hey folks, I'm one of the candidates in the democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
I think it's important that people know there are several of us running in this primary.
Link: davidevansforsenate.com/election-guide
I think it's important that people know there are several of us running in this primary.
Link: davidevansforsenate.com/election-guide
While @grahamformaine.bsky.social was using a fake name on reddit to make homophobic slurs, I was out there publicly standing up to Army leadership about how the Army needs to do better at supporting LGBTQ+ Soldiers and families.
www.armytimes.com/opinion/comm...
www.armytimes.com/opinion/comm...
Starting again: A call for chaplains to reconcile and properly support LGBTQI+ soldiers
It is time for the Army Chaplain Corps to validate and serve all those who fight and win our nation’s wars, regardless of orientation, says the author of this commentary.
www.armytimes.com
October 24, 2025 at 12:41 AM
While @grahamformaine.bsky.social was using a fake name on reddit to make homophobic slurs, I was out there publicly standing up to Army leadership about how the Army needs to do better at supporting LGBTQ+ Soldiers and families.
www.armytimes.com/opinion/comm...
www.armytimes.com/opinion/comm...