LEWISTON, Maine -- U.S. Rep. John E. Baldacci, D-Maine, will be the first speaker in a series of "Open Mike" talks at Bates College.

Baldacci, currently running for his second term in Congress, will discuss campaign issues at noon (Tuesday) Oct. 8 in Chase Hall Lounge. The public is invited to attend at no charge.

BaldacciÕs opponent in the Nov. 5 general election is state Rep. Paul Young, R-Limestone.