It appears that Maine residents agree with Trump on this issue, as roughly 500 people showed up to a protest outside of the State House on March 1, according to state Rep. Katrina Smith (R).
The protest “seems to have sparked organically,” according to The Daily Wire. It was reportedly spawned by a resident-created “March Against Mills” Facebook event and a Change,org.pettition.
“Huge turnout in Augusta to march for women’s equality in sports,” The Maine Wire reported in a post on X, sharing footage from the protest.
This was in stark contrast to an event a few days prior that was held in support of Mills, where only “dozens” of supporters gathered.
According to the “March Against Mills” Facebook event page, which organized the protest, Mills’ policies on transgenderism are not aligned with the majority of Maine residents’ values, and thus the citizens need to “hold our elected officials accountable.”
“Maine citizens are deeply dissatisfied with the policies introduced by our Governor, Janet Mills,” the Facebook post explains. “I believe strongly that her policies are not in alignment with the wishes and values of the majority of Mainers. The feeling of disconnect between the populace and leadership is palpable and widespread.”
“Various statistics underline rural-urban divide that has been exacerbated by the Governor’s decisions,” the post continues. “Example: keeping boys out of female sports.”
“It is imperative that we hold our elected officials accountable. I implore you to come show your support and protest against Mills to get her out of her elected seat! These politicians are supposed to work for us, not for themselves and their agenda!” the post concludes. “Together we can work to ensure our government truly represents us all.”
The Change.org petition against Mills currently has nearly 24,000 signatures as of the evening of March 1.
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