Letters

Published
January 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Sanders’ fundraising success deserves better play

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has record-breaking support from individual Americans, much more than even Barack Obama. And without any contributions from wealthy or corporate sources, he is closing in on Hillary Clinton, who is totally dependent on big, monied interests. This historically significant event, however, was barely reported. It appeared on Page A8, two […]
Published
January 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Homeless should be cared for, not just driven away

I may not be a resident of Maine, but I have visited the state, and I have to say that I am distraught by the choice of the higher-ups to force homeless people out of their makeshift camps. I understand the concerns of citizens who have been led to believe that homeless people are dangerous. […]
Published
January 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Muslim immigrants must change to earn our trust

America has welcomed hordes of immigrants in the past. It was expected that they would learn English, become self-sufficient, assimilate, declare their allegiance to the U.S. and earn the right to apply for citizenship. Many Americans blame the Muslims for the spread of world terror and do not trust them. They must change to earn […]
Published
January 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Portland Museum of Art should not compromise art to make money

In “Museum reimagines the big picture” (Jan. 3), two comments stand out to me as a Portland Museum of Art member. • The PMA’s visionary director, Mark Bessire, says: “We’re trying to respond to what the public needs and wants. Twenty-first century museums must be much more attuned to the interests of our visitors.” • Whitney […]
Published
January 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Voting in two-way runoff beats ranked-choice system

Thank you, Lewiston! Thank you for showing us the accurate, honest and time-tested method of electing a candidate by a majority of the voters. It is really quite simple. Regardless of the number of candidates, if no one gets at least 50 percent plus one, a runoff is in order. The top two candidates have […]

Published
January 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Reunited Sudanese family story was wonderful, as is newspaper as a whole

Re: “Reunited Sudanese family embraces future in Maine” (Jan. 1): Congratulations to Susan Kimball for the wonderful front-page article, so thoughtfully and sensitively written, and to Derek Davis for what should be an award-winning photo of the father and son reunited after five long years. The picture tells the story so well. And congratulations, too, […]
Published
January 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Antler restriction pits rich hunters against poor

Re: “Hunting: Focus on antler restrictions might miss greater point” (Jan. 3): Although everyone who enters Maine’s woods in search of the elusive whitetail hopes to bag a trophy buck, most are just as happy to get a spike horn. Meat in the freezer is still more important to the majority of hunters in Maine […]
Published
January 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Onus is on firearm carrier to prove permit legality

When Maine’s “constitutional carry” law took effect last year, the sponsor of the bill, state Sen. Eric Brakey, R-Auburn, issued the following statement: “Maine has a strong tradition of supporting the Second Amendment and today is a great milestone in that tradition. “The passage of constitutional carry was a bipartisan effort, and Mainers can rest […]
Published
January 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Drug treatment can’t be political football

Your article Jan. 6 on Page B1, “Panels told drug agent funds already in hand,” really made my blood boil. It seems clear to me that both the Democrats in the Legislature and the governor are playing politics with this critical issue to our community. There are legitimate concerns about the $1 million being spent […]
Published
January 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Judge blew it by dismissing protection for Flag Ladies

Many of us living in Maine, including veterans like myself, hold the Freeport Flag Ladies in the highest esteem since they make us proud of their sacrifice and patriotism since 9/11. Therefore, the dismissal of their application for a permanent protection order Monday by Judge Beth Dobson in West Bath was a big mistake. I […]

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