What’s the most pressing challenge facing Maine?

This poll has ended (since 13 days).

With several major elections coming up in November and the prospect of new faces in public roles, what is the No. 1 issue Maine's new or reelected officials will face?

The economy
65 (40.88%)
Housing shortage
51 (32.08%)
Workforce shortages
35 (22.01%)
Climate change
5 (3.14%)
Need for child care facilities
3 (1.89%)

159 votes