Living in Maine it makes sense to recognize the reasoning and the thoughts of the cross section of residents. Without question there are many residents of the Midcoast and other areas of Maine, as well, that are not just liberal, but are more of the Democrat Socialist philosophies. I think it would be interesting for the believers in this line of thinking to properly and fully express their viewpoints so that all of the communities have a better understanding of their reasoning.

Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have been in the forefront of this ideology and more recently the former political unknown Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is definitely front and center. Tom Perez, the DNC Chair, recently stated that he believed this young lady was the future of the party. I am curious if the individuals of the Midcoast and others share this vision of her.

Let’s examine and list some of the more prominent issues that they have placed front and center for all to consider.

1) Medicare for all — this sounds inviting to many, but is this realistic to actually put into effect. If so, how? I feel sure they have a positive answer for this, but it would interesting to have them explain.

2) Free tuition for all for college. Is this for all citizens or is it also for undocumented residents? How do they think this will benefit communities across Maine? Is it practical?

3) Guaranteed wage for all. If this actually became reality do the Democrat Socialists believe that this approach will stimulate the economy? Do they believe it will have an effect on the work ethic of most individuals, either for good or poor? Would this cause the elimination of welfare as we know it? It definitely would be interesting to have this explained.

4) Open borders and the elimination of ICE and customs. I need some serious help in understanding how this is going to be positive for most communities across the state and the country. Hopefully some committed Democrat Socialist can enlighten me and others as I find this most confusing.

5) On an issue within Portland, it is my understanding that the Democrat Socialists want to give all residents the eligibility to vote in local elections. If this becomes reality, do they believe it will have positive ramifications for the city? Do they believe this will be accepted across the state and if so, why?

I must admit I am out of the mainstream since I am a conservative Republican, but I am most curious how and why this type of belief in the political landscape would actually work, if it was to become accepted. Are you curious also?

I hope many of the local committed Democrat Socialists will take my request to come forward and explain to the public how these proposals would benefit the public and how the cost of these various proposals would be paid for. I’m listening, are you going to help me and explain?

Another View is written on a rotating basis by a member of a group of Midcoast citizens that meet to discuss issues they think are of public interest.

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