Letters

Published
January 17, 2015

Letter to the editor: Economic realities belie argument against wage rise

In his Jan. 9 letter to the editor (“Mayor’s minimum-wage idea ignores laws of economics”), Porter D. Leighton demonstrates an ample knowledge of economic theory, but his conclusions are unrealistic. He challenges Portland Mayor Michael Brennan’s proposal that the city establish a minimum-wage ordinance and asks, “Can it be that ‘Hizzoner’ has never taken Economics […]
Published
January 17, 2015

Letter to the editor: Set aside tortured logic  to see merits of tax on gas

Nothing frustrates me more than people who manipulate data to make it say something different from the truth, and then use that flawed conclusion to make a bad policy decision. This is exactly what letter writer John Roberts does in “Raising state tax because gas is cheaper isn’t necessary” (Jan. 8). Using tortured logic, Mr. […]
Published
January 17, 2015

Letter to the editor: LePage’s views on community college system discourage educator

As a longtime member of the faculty at Southern Maine Community College, I was stunned by Gov. LePage’s remarks regarding the tenure of John Fitzsimmons as president of the Maine Community College System. I did not always agree with President Fitzsimmons, but I have always known him to be thoughtful and frugal – exactly the […]
Published
January 17, 2015

Letter to the editor: Not all domestic abuse involves physical violence

Re: “New tool used in Maine assesses domestic assault risk” (Jan. 12): The 13-question assessment discussed in the article is welcome news, but it is important to remember that not all domestic abuse involves physical assault, and there can be collateral victims, including children. The evidence lies not in black eyes or cracked ribs, but […]
Published
January 16, 2015

Letter to the editor: King Middle School students put on a wonderful show of sustainability

On Wednesday, the students of King Middle School put on a splendid show titled “Smart City Project, Portland, Maine.” The focus was on the sustainability of our city. The presentation took place in City Council Chambers at City Hall. The subjects discussed ranged from putting solar panels on all city buildings to citywide Wi-Fi and […]

Published
January 16, 2015

Letter to the editor: Tax plan could inject chaos into fine hospitals, colleges

Excellent article on the possible effects of the new tax proposals (“LePage’s tax reform plan rattles Maine towns, nonprofits,” Jan. 13). Gov. LePage should calm down and think things through. His latest proposal to revamp revenue sharing is neither well-thought-out nor practical. While the governor was re-elected and we all wish him success for Maine, […]
Published
January 16, 2015

Letter to the editor: Can’t we find a way to rid Portland of icy sidewalks?

A visiting friend exclaimed that the icy Portland sidewalks are a lawsuit waiting to happen. When I moved to Portland over a year ago, I was shocked at the sidewalks, too. I have had to quit daily walks during winter now. I wonder how many others need that walk and sunshine, too. Surely Portland businesses […]
Published
January 16, 2015

Letter to the editor: Maine’s Konbit Sante is a model for philanthropy work in Haiti

It was such a pleasure to open Monday’s e-edition of the Portland Press Herald to find the front-page focus on Konbit Sante (“Maine volunteers haven’t given up on Haiti”). This nonprofit’s mission and actions epitomize the most effective kind of philanthropy now working for and in Haiti. Malfeasance, history, natural disaster, thoughtless intervention and broken […]
Published
January 16, 2015

Letter to the editor: Staff at Barron Center provides superb level of care

I’ve been visiting at the Barron Center for the past year. Each time I walk through the doors, I am inspired by the care, respect and dignity afforded to the patients by all the staff. Many arrive having been discharged from local hospitals. All who are fortunate enough to recover at the Zolov Skilled Care […]
Published
January 15, 2015

Letter to the editor: No place for ideology in climate change debate

U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, 2nd District, has voted in support of the Keystone XL pipeline, and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins has declared her intent to follow suit. This pipeline would open the door to a massive influx of tar sands oil from Alberta. The amount of oil potentially extractable from the bitumen-rich sandstone is truly […]

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