I write in response to Benjamin Stevens’ letter last week, asking whether my status as a teacher in Yarmouth presents a conflict to serving on Yarmouth Town Council. Mr. Stevens’ question is legitimate. I’m glad to respond. The short answer is, I would not waste the town’s time were I not confident I was able […]
Forecaster Opinion
Letter: Kew for Yarmouth School Committee
I am writing in support of Jeff Kew for Yarmouth School Committee. I first met Jeff two years ago at a town soccer clinic that our kids attended. While chatting on the sidelines, I learned that Jeff had served as acting chairman of his old town’s Charter Review Commission and on a search committee for […]
Letter: Kew for Yarmouth School Committee
I am writing in support of Jeff Kew for Yarmouth School Committee. I first met Jeff two years ago at a town soccer clinic that our kids attended. While chatting on the sidelines, I learned that Jeff had served as acting chairman of his old town’s Charter Review Commission and on a search committee for […]
Letter: Elect Asherman to Falmouth council
A suitable candidate for Falmouth Town Council must be fiscally experienced, supportive of our public schools and committed to protecting open space. Ted Asherman is this candidate. A lifelong resident of Falmouth, he has witnessed multiple generations who, like him, have chosen our town because of the lifestyle it affords our families. During his career […]
Letter: Beem should stop trying to handicap
Edgar Beem’s column “Handicapping the gubernatorial hopefuls” reads like he’s caught in his own political bubble. He shows a complete ignorance of the political environment of the last 18 months and of the rise of powerful movements, here and throughout the nation. He also disrespects Maine voters. This 2018 election will be decided by voters […]
Letter: Beem should stop trying to handicap
Edgar Beem’s column “Handicapping the gubernatorial hopefuls” reads like he’s caught in his own political bubble. He shows a complete ignorance of the political environment of the last 18 months and of the rise of powerful movements, here and throughout the nation. He also disrespects Maine voters. This 2018 election will be decided by voters […]
Letter: Vote Casey for Yarmouth Town Council
I am delighted to support Meghan Casey in her candidacy for the Yarmouth Town Council in the upcoming June election. I have known Meghan since she first became a teacher in Yarmouth. And I have observed over the years how she has grown to be a valued and respected member of the Yarmouth community. Earlier […]
Letter: Former lawmaker endorses Rottkov
I proudly endorse Richard Rottkov’s Democratic candidacy in Maine House District 32. I have had the privilege of knowing Richard for 13 years and have always been impressed with his dedication to volunteerism in South Portland. He has shown great care for our environment by working tirelessly with the South Portland Land Trust and has […]
Mainewhile: Be selfish. Demand universal heath care
I must have been in college when I first read “The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins. If I am honest, I did not so much “read” the book as dip into it here and there. It was not an assigned work for a course I was in; I was sort of “eavesdropping” on another course. […]
Letter: Kew is ideal for Yarmouth schools
As a highly regarded candidate for the Yarmouth School Committee, Jeff Kew has my full support. His humility, respect for others, ability to see long-range implications, and experience in town government make him an ideal candidate. He will be an advocate for Yarmouth’s educational excellence in local, regional and state dialogue. Jeff reaches out to […]