Letters

Published
March 3, 2016

Letter to the editor: Columnist’s analysis of Sanders unfair, wrong

I take issue with M.D. Harmon’s analysis of Bernie Sanders’ political philosophy (“Bernie Sanders preys on those who are ignorant of history,” Feb. 26). First, I believe that Mr. Harmon’s presentation of countries that are socialist versus “socialistic” to be a distinction without a difference. All governments (including that of the U.S.) have some sectors […]
Published
March 3, 2016

Letter to the editor: Trump’s naïve and unrealistic policies are held together by grand promises

A sizable number of angry and frustrated Republican voters are apparently willing to burn down their political house and appoint Donald Trump the new architect, with only the vaguest idea of what the new structure would look like. Once past the supreme self-confidence, the Olympian certainty and much bluster, Trump’s policies are like pieces of […]
Published
March 2, 2016

Letter to the editor: Top Democrats scorn democracy by announcing their delegate votes

Three of Maine’s so-called Democratic “superdelegates” – 1st District U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, Peggie Schaffer of Vassalboro and Maggie Allen of Madison – have announced that they will cast their official delegate votes for Hillary Clinton, no matter the outcome of the caucuses. That means that even if Bernie Sanders wins Maine decisively, as is […]
Published
March 2, 2016

Letter to the editor: When it comes to ability, Clinton stands above others

Greg Kesich’s recent commentary (Feb. 24) speculates that the 2016 presidential election could come down to Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump, the two candidates with the highest unfavorable ratings. Though Trump’s ratings may be justified, I don’t believe that Clinton’s are. When Bill Clinton defeated George H.W. Bush in the 1992 election, it surprised Republicans, […]
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March 2, 2016

Letter to the editor: LePage’s reversal on Trump support is simply more of the same

For the umpteenth time, Gov. LePage made the headlines: He reversed himself and decided to back The Donald to be the Republican nominee for president. Disclosure: A Bill Buckley conservative, I part ways with the governor on this call because I believe that Trump is unfit for the presidency. I also believe that LePage has […]

Published
March 2, 2016

Letter to the editor: At least Bernie Sanders would be an honest Democrat

I believe as strongly in your support of John Kasich as Republican nominee for president (Our View, Feb. 29) as I disagree with your endorsement of Hillary Clinton as the Democratic nominee (Our View, March 1). If we’re to have another four years of a Democrat in the White House, let’s at least have an […]
Published
March 2, 2016

Letter to the editor: Credit Gingrich for candor about ‘Fox & Friends’

I was pleased that former House Speaker Newt Gingrich told the truth on “Fox & Friends” on Feb. 22. He pointed out that unlike other presidential candidates, who depend on lobbyists for help, all Donald Trump has to do is call Fox News, any time of day, and they will give him all the free […]
Published
March 1, 2016

Letter to the editor: New costs to erase benefits of Portland’s higher minimum wage

Since Jan. 1, the people who work and live in Portland have faced cost-of-living increases because of a minimum-wage increase. Now some state legislators want to increase gas taxes. And it’s not over yet – other tax increases have happened to pay for better services or other reasons. Soon, within two years, any minimum-wage increase […]
Published
March 1, 2016

Letter to the editor: State board offers faint praise for LePage’s education chief nominee

One of the little-noticed aspects of the recent events regarding the nomination of Bill Beardsley to be Maine’s commissioner of education is a recommendation letter written by the Maine State Board of Education to Gov. LePage. State law requires the board to interview candidates and offer its opinion about his or her qualifications. The board’s […]
Published
March 1, 2016

Letter to the editor: Tax rate on Social Security should be the same for all

I have paid the Social Security tax on 100 percent of my salary all my life. I find it unbelievable that those making above $118,500 do not have to do the same. Just think: If everyone paid into Social Security on 100 percent of their salary, as lower- and middle-income people have to, Social Security […]

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