Michael Scott

Michael Scott earned a high school diploma from Oak Hill High School. He is retired.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I grew up in Sabattus, Maine, where I learned the value of hard work and looking out for your neighbors. At just 14, I followed in my father’s footsteps and joined the Sabattus Fire Department—starting a lifetime of service to others. About 30 years ago, I moved to Auburn, Maine, and it’s been home ever since. It’s where I raised my family, built my career, and committed my life to serving this community.

My wife and I have been married for 30 years, and we raised two daughters who went through Auburn schools and are now out on their own building lives of their own. Like any parent, I want to make sure the opportunities that were here for our family are still here for the next generation.

In 1996, I joined the Auburn Fire Department and spent the next three decades working my way through the ranks—from the front lines to Battalion Chief. Along the way, I learned what it means to lead under pressure, make tough decisions, and always put people first. For me, the job was never just about fighting fires—it was about protecting our neighbors and keeping our community safe.

I also spent years as a union leader, including serving as President of the Professional Fire Fighters of Maine, standing up for firefighter safety, fair wages, and the well-being of working people across our state. I’ve always believed that when workers are respected and supported, our communities are stronger.

I retired this year after 30 years of service, but I’m not done serving.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Affordability - As a person whose worked most of his life, I know what it’s like to watch the cost of everyday life keep climbing while paychecks struggle to keep up. In Senate District 20, families are feeling the squeeze—from higher grocery bills and housing costs, to rising healthcare and energy prices. Affordability isn’t a talking point; it’s about whether working families can actually get ahead.

And it means standing up for workers—protecting good-paying jobs, defending the right to collectively bargain, and making sure the economy works for the people who keep our communities running.Education - As the husband of a teacher and a father of two daughters, I know how important it is that every child has access to a strong education and a real opportunity to succeed. In Senate District 20, our communities are growing and changing, and our schools need the resources to keep up. Education is about making sure every student—no matter their background—has the support, teachers, and opportunities they need to build a good life.

Strong schools make strong communities. In Augusta, I’ll fight to make sure Senate District 20 has the resources they need to support students, respect educators, and give every child a fair shot at success.Safe Communities - As a first responder, I know what it takes when the call comes in and someone’s life is on the line. In Senate District 20, our communities are growing, our roadways are busier, our infrastructure is aging, and our first responders are being stretched too thin. Public safety means making sure our neighborhoods are secure, our families are protected, and our firefighters, EMTs, and police have the support they need to do their jobs.

I’ve lived public safety my entire career, and in Augusta I’ll fight to make sure Senate District 20 have the resources they need to protect families, support first responders, and keep our communities strong.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Criminal Justice and Public Safety and Labor