Letters

Published
February 5, 2018

Letter to the editor: Terry Hayes isn’t owned by any special interest

Rising loud and clear above the early din of campaign rhetoric is the common-sense voice of Terry Hayes, independent candidate for governor. Terry isn’t seeking the approval of a dogmatic political party financed by political action committees and other big money. She is seeking the approval and assistance of Maine citizens who believe it is […]
Published
February 4, 2018

Letter to the editor: Maine’s Civil War dead deserve memorial

More than 230 Mainers died in the Third Battle of Winchester, in Virginia, and funds are being sought to erect a monument to their sacrifice.
Published
February 4, 2018

Letter to the editor: Small businesses need clear rules; are you listening, Congress?

It is rare these days to hear about Congress supporting constituents. I am not alone in the disappointment I feel when I repeatedly see our members of Congress vote against policies that would help locally owned businesses in Maine grow and succeed. Succeeding as a small-business owner in today’s environment is challenging. While technology and […]
Published
February 4, 2018

Letter to the editor: Former Jackman manager has immigration to thank

Let me see if I’ve got this straight: Thomas Kawczynski, former town manager of Jackman and “steward for New Albion,” believes in halting all immigration and is opposed to “diversity as a concept.” Hmmm. Exactly where do Mr. Kawczynski’s ancestors hail from? And how exactly is it that Mr. Kawczynski now enjoys all the benefits […]
Published
February 4, 2018

Letter to the editor: Parents, too, would appreciate sensitivity from ER doctors treating child

First, I thank all emergency room doctors for being there for my children: on the weekends, on the holidays, in the middle of the night, in bad weather. A few requests that will make the times we spend together go more smoothly: • I am a scared parent. Though the doctor may have already reassured […]

Published
February 4, 2018

Letter to the editor: Liquor popularity story was poor choice for Page 1

Slow news week? I was interested in the Jan. 28 Maine Sunday Telegram front-page story on Fireball being “in hot pursuit” of the rank of the “No. 1” liquor sold in Maine. And why not? “The younger kids, it reminds them of the Atomic hot balls candy,” Dock Fore owner Shaun McCarthy told you, adding […]
Published
February 3, 2018

Letter to the editor: Media missing from youths’ fervent rally

Only one Maine news outlet covered the climate-change rally in Portland.
Published
February 3, 2018

Letter to the editor: Maine delegation urged to support global education effort

Education can change a child’s life. It is one of the most effective ways to reduce poverty, strengthen communities and improve overall health. Investing in the future of children around the globe will shape our world for the better. There are a staggering 263 million kids around the world, according to UNESCO, who won’t make […]
Published
February 3, 2018

Letter to the editor: Nation’s decency is casualty of Trump’s first year in office

In one sense, Donald Trump is correct in stating that he has done more than any other president in his first year in office. None of his predecessors offended, insulted, lied to or threatened more groups and individuals, countries, races, international organizations and Americans than he has. In trying to establish his vision of what […]
Published
February 3, 2018

Letter to the editor: Reflections column raised more ‘simple questions’

Bill Gregory’s Jan. 20 Reflections column, “Simple questions can often shed light on intriguing truths,” raises a number of questions but also makes two statements that call for two additional simple questions. He states, “I don’t believe that anything is absolute.” Is that statement itself not an absolute? He relates the story of his son’s […]

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