Regarding the upcoming gubernatorial election here in Maine, I just would like to appeal to the many frustrated and disgruntled independent and moderate Republican voters in our state. No matter how unappealing Democrat Mike Michaud might be, a vote for independent Eliot Cutler is the same as pulling the lever for Republican Gov. Paul LePage, […]

Eliot Cutler is committed to making the critical investments in education necessary to expand opportunity to all Mainers – which, in turn, will foster a 21st-century economy in Maine. Cutler correctly notes that it is the state’s shortage of young, skilled workers that is stifling investment and halting economic progress in Maine. To remedy the […]

On Nov. 4, voters in Maine will have six bond issues to weigh in on, totaling an estimated $61 million in principal and interest for Maine taxpayers. Before anyone checks “yes” or “no,” responsible voters owe it to at least themselves to be knowledgeable of the state’s level of indebtedness. A great resource to become […]

There are only two candidates who truly qualify to be our next governor: independent Eliot Cutler and Republican Gov. Paul LePage. Both of these men are educated, have business experience and hold high ethical and moral standards. Either of these family men will make Maine proud to be a place to live or do business […]

On the ballot for the Nov. 4 election, there are seven referendum questions. Questions 2 through 7 propose bonds whose total costs (including principal and interest) would come to $61 million. Why has there been virtually no coverage of these issues? Questions 3, 4, 5 and 7 apparently ask us to authorize using taxpayer money […]

Live debates serve a great need in a democracy. I have learned three things from the debates among the candidates for governor. • Democrat Mike Michaud has confirmed to me what I have heard from the start – Mike Michaud is not too competent. He has no formal education. He has never run a business, and […]

Democratic Rep. Mike Michaud may not be the flashiest guy on the stage, but he’s the only candidate for governor with the experience and vision to tackle Maine’s challenges. Unlike the other candidates, Rep. Michaud has spent his career working to improve the lives and livelihoods of Maine people. To illustrate the tangible benefits Mike […]