I never understand why every scenario that includes a moderate (or "moderate" in McCain's case) Republican, there is always at least one person that gives one of Maine's congressional districts to said "moderate" Republican. The only reason the state was as close as it was in 2000 (within 6%) is because Nader managed to snag 5% of the vote. In 2004, a year with no strong Nader campaign, Bush actually improved his percentage...but lost by nine points. No section of Maine would have gone GOP in 2000, nor will a section of it go GOP in 2008 or the foreseeable future (of course barring a Democratic candidate such as Walter Mondale).
because McCain had alot of appeal to moderates and independents, and there are alot in Maine (Independents that is). In 2000, Maine wasn't considered the blue state it is now, nor was Vermont the staunch Dem stronghold it is now.
