Letters
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PublishedJuly 9, 2020
Letter to the editor: Gideon a voice for Maine’s LGBTQ+ community
In 1986, when we met and fell in love, we had to keep our relationship secret to avoid the prospect of losing our jobs, our children and our personal safety. We were told repeatedly, first by the Maine Legislature and later through the people’s veto process, that we did not deserve equal rights and protection […]
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PublishedJuly 9, 2020
Letter to the editor: Unlike Gideon, Sweet is ready to take on the insurance industry
It is hard to imagine how any candidate for office can oppose a single-payer health care plan, particularly as repeated studies show dramatic cost savings with implementation of a plan like “Medicare for All.” As our economy is disrupted and tens of millions lose health care because they’ve lost their jobs, revamping our health care […]
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PublishedJuly 9, 2020
Letter to the editor: As District 38 representative, Skold will fight for people, climate
Please join me in supporting Charles Skold for the Democratic nomination for state representative in District 38. Charles understands what is at stake, and I believe he will be the most effective advocate for the people of Portland. I first met Charles while volunteering for the recent Elizabeth Warren campaign. With a warm smile, Charles […]
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PublishedJuly 9, 2020
Letter to the editor: Sen. Collins should pass permanent solution for ‘Dreamers’
A recent pro-DACA Supreme Court ruling is a victory, and her support of the program is appreciated – but young immigrants need lasting protections.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Letter to the editor: Tugboats’ Portland display made July Fourth unforgettable
Luckily, we decided to go catch mackerel off the Maine State Pier this Fourth of July. We fished until dark because of the late tide. It was a surprise when the tugboats (from Portland Tugboat) saved the day with a fireworks display I will never forget. What genius to have them circle the harbor as […]
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Letter to the editor: Grant ready to get to work for District 41
I have served in the Maine Legislature with Rep. Erik Jorgensen. Erik has been a respected and dedicated member of the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee. Erik is term-limited, and that’s why I am supporting Ben Grant in the District 41 Democratic primary. Ben will immediately be an effective and progressive voice for Portland in […]
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Letter to the editor: Sweet accountable to Maine voters, not to corporations
The Democratic Party is lucky to have three wonderful U.S. Senate candidates, and ranked-choice voting to put them in your order of preference. The issue that must be tackled first is getting money out of politics. When this happens, politicians can protect our planet by passing a Green New Deal, expand Medicare for all Americans, […]
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Letter to the editor: In crowded city, please rein in personal fireworks shows
Both pets and humans are disturbed by the noise that can be heard all day and into the night in Portland.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Letter to the editor: Gideon is true heir of Margaret Chase Smith
Growing up in Illinois, I asked my mother why no women were serving in Washington, D.C. My mother said there was in fact a bold, courageous woman who took on bullies and won! Her name was Sen. Margaret Chase Smith of Maine. Twenty years ago, I moved to Maine, and who I found was Sen. […]
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PublishedJuly 7, 2020
Letter to the editor: Davis’ years on school board prepare her for District 41
With a decade of experience in elected public service as a charter commissioner and a Portland school board representative, Laurie Davis is a Clean Election candidate for Maine House District 41 in the July 14 Democratic primary. Having chaired both the school board’s Policy and Legislative Affairs Committee and the Finance Committee, she understands school […]
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