Letters

Published
April 26, 2016

Letter to the editor: Any solar energy charge should pay for monitoring

With regard to the April 22 letter to the editor “Simple, fair solution exists for solar power and net metering”: I’m not intimately familiar with power grids, but the writer’s proposed “solution” does not seem equitable in the least. Both the supplier and the end user of the solar electricity would be paying a delivery […]
Published
April 25, 2016

Letter to the editor: LePage town halls should become two-way forums

It’s just not right or fair for town officials to continue allowing our one and only Gov. LePage a one-way bullhorn to spread his wacky upside-down economic message and whatever else passes through his brain while his lips are moving. Town officials should provide a reasonable opportunity for two-way communications and build into these town […]
Published
April 25, 2016

Letter to the editor: Mainers must stand firm against intolerance, hate

A disturbing wave of intolerance is permeating the country and threatening our institutions, culture and form of government. We hear hateful, vicious attacks against women and religious and ethnic groups. Leading candidates for president promise torture, carpet-bombing overseas, new laws restricting freedom of the press and the deporting of 12 million American immigrants and their […]
Published
April 25, 2016

Letter to the editor: Rep. Diane Russell takes on real issues for real people

As a Portland resident and voter, I look for leaders who are seeking office because they want to make things better for everyone, not just for themselves. I’ve been thoroughly impressed with Rep. Diane Russell, whose public and behind-the-scenes work is focused on helping real people in her district – families, veterans, tenants. She’s built […]
Published
April 25, 2016

Letter to the editor: Maine churches grateful for law protecting victims of sexual trafficking

The Maine Council of Churches is grateful to the Legislature and Gov. LePage for approving legislation that helps victims of sexual trafficking in Maine, who are some of the most vulnerable members of our society. Under L.D. 1531, which has been signed into law, victims will now be able to file for protection from abuse […]

Published
April 25, 2016

Letter to the editor: Portland Needle Exchange provides thread of hope

Overdoses are increasing, largely because of fentanyl, a synthetic drug that’s similar to heroin but has slightly different effects and a higher risk of overdose. No one knows where it’s coming from (Big Pharma? the CIA?), or why it’s being pushed (eugenics? counterintelligence?). Despite harsher punishments, the militarization of anti-drug task forces and big federal […]
Published
April 24, 2016

Letter to the editor: State owes retired teachers for helping balance budget

Some years ago, the retired teachers of Maine were asked to take a hit on the single coverage health plan to help balance the state budget at a time of need. During this period, we were also promised a reward for this sacrifice: The benefit would be returned to full single coverage in a reasonable […]
Published
April 24, 2016

Letter to the editor: Student exposes sophomoric Telegram writers

There were three opinion pieces in last week’s Maine Sunday Telegram. Which one was most effective? Bill Nemitz was incensed that Paul LePage might consider running for the Senate. In his usual fashion, Nemitz took the “Big Guy” to task regarding all of his shortcomings. In his usual vitriolic style, Nemitz went on to convince […]
Published
April 24, 2016

Letter to the editor: Book shows photographer Curtis in a new light

Bob Keyes’ April 17 article on the Edward Curtis exhibit at the Portland Museum Art describes Curtis’ work just as I had heard rumored over many years: posed, not true to the reality of Indians at that time, romanticized. Then I read Timothy Egan’s biography of Curtis, “Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher,” and found […]
Published
April 24, 2016

Letter to the editor: Many poor patients need help fighting chronic pain

Recently the news has been full of reports on opiates, addiction, ideas to treat the problems of substance abuse and opinions. An April 17 Maine Sunday Telegram article suggests using medical marijuana instead of opiates for pain relief. Mercy Pain Center is mentioned in many articles on methods to help people with their pain issues. […]

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