As a retired veteran living in Harpswell, I know what it means to live on a fixed income in a state where costs keep climbing faster than many workers and retirees can keep up with. That’s why Jonathan Bush’s campaign for governor captured my attention. He’s the right candidate to fix the problems that are […]
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A mother responds to Graham Platner’s latest | Letter
As a mom, I was disgusted to read the latest Reddit comments from Graham Platner. A few years ago, Platner reportedly described his uncontrollable urge to masturbate whenever he entered a public porta potty because he was “conditioned” during his time in the U.S. military. This is weird and deranged. Almost immediately, I thought of […]
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In Maine governor’s race, connection is preferable to cronyism | Letter
Shenna Bellows, Troy Jackson and Hannah Pingree’s plan to rank each other has soured me on their respective candidacies.
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Medicare Advantage funding needs protecting | Letter
As my husband and I age, taking care of our medical needs (i.e., juggling our health expenses, doctor’s appointments, etc.) has become a daunting task. The Medicare Advantage program has been so instrumental in ensuring that we remain healthy. Medicare Advantage provides affordable, comprehensive health care to members. Benefits include doctor visits, vision care and […]
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We are being more and more irresponsible with language | Letter
In every blaring day of the news cycle we have become captives of a language that is degraded, dishonest, coarse and brutalized, laced with lies, vengeance and vulgarity. The president of our country is destroying language in the same way he destroys lives. When indigenous children were kidnapped and sent away from their families, officials […]
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Maine’s road markings need better upkeep | Letter
Driving at night, in the rain, in Maine, is far more dangerous than it needs to be. There is a simple fix. Statistics obtained via ChatGPT document that roads outfitted with well-maintained wet-weather reflective markings reduce wet-night crashes by 32% to 46% compared to roads with standard or worn markings. It is not necessary to rely on […]
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Where is Susan Collins? Not in my town, anyway. | Letter
The usual political campaign season, filled with bland soundbites and endless attack ads, can make a person tune out. But this year is different. Even in our tiny town of Alna (pop. 710), we have had the opportunity to talk with multiple statewide candidates in town hall meetings where they answered our questions on topics […]
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Painstaking Westbrook school budget deserves to pass | Letter
I urge Westbrook voters to support our students by voting “Yes” on the school budget on June 9. The budget was unanimously approved by the school committee after months of public meetings and difficult decisions. The original proposal called for a 9.88% expenditure increase, driven largely by rising costs outside the district’s control, including inflating […]
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South Portland simply does not want Flock | Letter
For me, a demo of the platform by local police earlier this month exposed the truth of what it is and does.
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Reelect Jackie Sartoris as Cumberland County DA | Letter
I have been active in the restorative justice initiatives led by District Attorney Jackie Sartoris. I have seen the profound impact of her leadership. Sartoris has changed the narrative in our justice system, shifting the focus from punishment to rehabilitation. She is an unwavering supporter of alternative sentencing for low-level offenders, recognizing that true safety […]