“There’s been way too much negative advertising from outside groups.”

Bethany Reynolds, Ellsworth

“I do like that I get to participate in a historic election.”

Mallory Blake, Bethel

“It’s supposed to be tough, so it makes sense for the winner to be the last man standing.”

Gimbala Sankare, New York City

“Probably the best thing in this election is the interest people have in it.”

Eric Hinson, Calais

“This is the very first political season I’ve grown weary of both candidates.”

Alan Susee, Fort Kent

“You’re seeing young people taking a greater interest in what will eventually be their country.”

John Freeman, Westmanland

“I always think it boils down to lack of choice with only two candidates.”

Marc Albert, Wallagrass

“The worst part has been how hard it is to figure out who is lying and who is telling the truth.”

Jean Bradshaw, Pittsfield