Sen. Dick Durbin to address Maine Democrats

U.S. Senate Assistant Majority Leader Dick Durbin, D-Ill., will be the keynote speaker at the Maine Democratic Convention. In 2006 Durbin was named one of America’s Top 10 senators by Time magazine.

He will address Democrats May 31 at 6 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center. The convention will be held May 30 to June 1.

"We are really thrilled to have someone as respected and as well-liked as Senator Durbin come to Maine," said Executive Director Arden Manning in a release. "The fact he is willing to take time to come here shows how important Maine's Senate race is to the rest of the country in terms of the Senate's ability to bring about change next year."

When accepting the invitation, he brought up Maine’s U.S. Rep. Tom Allen, who is challenging Sen. Susan Collins this year.

"Throughout his 12 years in Congress, Tom Allen has stood apart as an independent voice and a member who was able to achieve real reform. Tom voted against the war when most voted for it, lowered prescription drug prices when others tried to maintain them, and fought for the people of Maine every step of the way," Senator Durbin said in a release. "Tom will be a tremendous asset to the people of Maine and the U.S. Senate, bringing a wealth of experience, and a deep understanding of the region to the job."

Delegates and alternates may register early for the convention by mail. More information on the convention can be found here.