Letters

Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Let’s form a mock nuclear crisis commission

It could gather and analyze American and Russian accusations of nuclear treaty violations.
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Affordable Care Act bronze plan has no practical value

Re: “With Affordable Care Act enrollment set to begin, some will lose and others will win” (Oct. 24): So many folks are so proud, protective and defensive about this marvelous Affordable Care Act product called the bronze plan. Could someone possibly explain any practical value of an insurance policy with a $4,200 deductible to someone […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Be a health literacy hero in this and every month

October is Health Literacy Month. So, what exactly is health literacy? Simply put, health literacy refers to how well a person understands health information – a diagnosis, a procedure and even numbers such as a person’s blood pressure or survival rate. It is important for both patients and health professionals to remember that there is […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Brakey negative ad campaign makes reader doubt vote

I travel daily over the Casco Bay Bridge from South Portland into Portland. There are hundreds of political signs as you approach the bridge. Imagine my shock one day last week when there appeared new signs saying “Retire Angus King!” next to every Angus King campaign sign. I was so offended by the negativity of […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Democrats tell the truth, unlike our current president

One hundred years ago, Woodrow Wilson sold the American people on getting involved in World War I in order to, as he said, “make the world safe for democracy.” One hundred years later, I think we’ve come full circle. Now, I see the coming election as a time to “make America safe for democracy.” Our […]

Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: On council, Brunelle, Torsch will work for workers, not the rich

They reject the influence of folks like the Kochs and the Chamber.
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Councilor Thibodeau deserves re-election

I represented District 2 on the Portland City Council 25 years ago. Then, as now, my constituents were very engaged and expected their councilor to listen to them, hear and process their perspectives, address concerns, assist with city services, etc. I was proud when I left office that people felt I fulfilled this expectation, even […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Thibodeau addresses needs of neighborhood

I am writing to express my support for re-electing Spencer Thibodeau to the City Council in District 2. I am a resident of the St. John Valley neighborhood, and over the past three years I have been consistently impressed with Spencer’s responsiveness and focus on infrastructure improvements. Spencer understands that the role of a local […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Holmes will serve well as county commissioner

We are pleased to express our support for independent Bill Holmes in his campaign for county commissioner. Bill has successfully and professionally served Cumberland County for many years as a member of the Sheriff’s Office and the director of the county’s 9-1-1 center. Bill has earned the respect of his peers as a dedicated, innovative […]
Published
October 27, 2018

Letter to the editor: Councilor Mavodones is tireless advocate for all

This Nov. 6, Nick Mavodones has our vote for re-election as city councilor at large. Portland is lucky to have as dedicated a public servant as Nick. He has served on the school board, the City Council and various boards and committees in Portland – ranging from the PTOs at his children’s schools to the […]

Sign In:

Letters