PORTLAND -- Ralph Nader, who recently paid the state a visit, has now opened a campaign office in Maine.

Nader, a consumer advocate and perennial presidential candidate, opened his office in downtown Portland. His campaign says it is one of 22 offices being opened nationwide as part of its get-out-the-vote effort.

Nader is on ballots in Maine and 44 other states. He is running as an independent with Californian Matt Gonzalez as his running mate.

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