Letters

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November 13, 2017

Letter to the editor: Columnist’s criticism of Portland candidate LaCasse was too harsh

I was really dismayed to read Bill Nemitz’s Nov. 5 column, related to Bree LaCasse. I am a big fan of his writing style and generally agree with his opinions. This piece really seemed over the top in his criticism of Bree, complete with making assumptions about her motives. I received the flier that was […]
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November 13, 2017

Letter to the editor: Helping local sufferers can assuage rage over carnage

As the facts come out after the horrific Nov. 5 shooting, the murders that were committed by a convicted batterer, I find myself angrier and angrier. Above the hurt, I blame and rage. There are many places to point fingers, to claim, “If only.” It feels useless to call politicians, post to the echo chamber […]
Published
November 13, 2017

Letter to the editor: School bond will deprive needy of aid

Had they chosen to wait for state funds, Portlanders could have saved borrowing costs on $64.3 million to fix four schools.
Published
November 13, 2017

Letter to the editor: Support is best ‘honor’ for Alzheimer’s caregivers

This is National Family Caregivers Month, honoring the more than 15 million Americans who care for people with Alzheimer’s disease. I am a member of a caregiver support group facilitated by the Alzheimer’s Association. Everyone is stressed and far less concerned about honor than encouragement and comfort. Congress is considering legislation to facilitate development of […]
Published
November 12, 2017

Letter to the editor: Remember to be thankful for our power

A few days in the dark can light up one's empathy.

Published
November 12, 2017

Letter to the editor: It would be cheaper long term to just bury the lines

Your Nov. 5 Maine Sunday Telegram article “CMP: 1998 ‘lessons’ improved storm response” (Page B4) was far too easy on Central Maine Power’s management approach to preventing widespread outages; much more than tree-trimming is needed. The only way to avoid the physical risks and colossal expense of downed wires is to move key segments of […]
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November 12, 2017

Letter to the editor: View from the border doesn’t flatter U.S.

Gordon Downie died Oct. 17. He was a music superstar in Canada, just a few miles beyond my afternoon view of Kennebago Lake and West Kennebago Mountain. He was a national icon as the lead singer of the band Tragically Hip. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was moved to tears as he spoke in the Canadian […]
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November 12, 2017

Letter to the editor: Vote early, vote often, vote each time they will let you

It’s easy to get discouraged with the seeming impossibility of getting anywhere politically. People vote, presidents win with minorities. People vote, our representatives don’t always do what we want. People vote, referendums pass, politicians undo them. Some would say, why vote? I say, vote more. Vote every single time, for every single thing on the […]
Published
November 12, 2017

Letter to the editor: All Americans need sick days to be guaranteed

As an emergency department attending physician here in Maine, not a shift goes by without me seeing a hardworking person affected by their lack of paid sick days. Regardless of the specific scenario, the one consistent element is the delay in seeking help or treatment because of the need to prioritize keeping their job over […]
Published
November 11, 2017

Letter to the editor: Give Peace Academy a chance

A 99-year-old veteran pleads with Congress for a Peace Department and a Peace Academy.

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