Tavis Hasenfus

Tavis Hasenfus was born in Augusta, Maine, and lives in Readfield, Maine.[1][2][3] Hasenfus graduated from Winthrop High School.[2] He earned a B.A. in philosophy and a J.D. from the University of Maine in 2010 and 2013, respectively. Hasenfus' career experience includes working as an attorney. He has served on the board of directors of the Friends of the Cobbosee Watershed and has been affiliated with the Winthrop Area Chamber of Commerce.[1][2][3]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Tavis is a local Winthrop attorney who graduated from Winthrop High School in 2006, where he excelled as a three sport athlete, and student leader. He currently works at Levey, Wagley, Putman and Eccher where he practices law. He is married to Dr. Nicole Hasenfus also a Winthrop High School grad with their two children Gavia, and Griffin. Tavis hopes his legal experience coupled with his comprehensive understanding and sincere commitment to his community will allow him to make smart and effective legislation for the people of his home that he so deeply cares about.

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?

Responsible, Respectful Leadership: It is time for our elected officials to led by example and end the devicive rhetorric and work together. Education is key to Maine's future. Maine needs strong academic programs that can lay the foundation for all of Maine's workforce needs. Sustainability. We need to grow Maine's economy from Main Steet up in a way that protects Maine's natural beauty.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Justice.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

The persons I most admire and whose example I would like to follow are Ghandi and Martin Luther King Jr. Their unyeilding commitment to true Justice leaves me in awe. I greatly admire the courage these two men had to stand tall in the face of blind hatred only to be beaten and jailed by their oppressors, without ever once reaising a hand in anger or vengence. It is courage like this that can truely change the world.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Some Elmo song that my daughter keeps listening to.

Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?

The most significnt differance is that the House has the sole power of impeachment with the Seante having the authority to try impeachment cases. Additionally, the House must put forth bills raising revinue, prior to the Senate amending or approving the bill.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

It may be benificial, but is certainly not a prerequisite.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Redistricting should be based solely on population and logical geographic lines. Jerrymandering is a significant threat to real democracy.