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 […]
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A reminder for Maine’s independent voters | Letter
Calling all independent voters! Maine’s June 9 primary election this year is our first held as a semi-open primary. In Maine, independents are registered as “unenrolled.” Unenrolled registered voters can now vote in the June primary to help choose a party’s candidates for the November ballot. Thirty-eight percent of Maine voters are registered as unenrolled. […]
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Fluffy Portland school budget deserves to be rejected | Letter
Kudos to the teachers union for its recommendations to defeat this budget at the polls (“Portland teachers union urges voters to reject school district budget,” May 26). People should, please, educate themselves regarding this budget. It has so much fluff and overpriced administrative positions. I can no longer support our elected city representatives because they […]
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Patti Smith for Cumberland County commissioner | Letter
Patti Smith has 12-plus years of public service and a proven knowledge of county government; this experience, dedication and collaborative spirit is why I support her reelection as Cumberland County commissioner. Smith understands the role of county government. She is able to find economies of scale across the county’s 28 communities in ways that maximize […]
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Local response to Turning Point rally deserved greater coverage | Letter
I was disappointed at the lack of coverage for the “Love is the Point” event, held as a counterpoint to the Turning Point USA rally in Portland on May 15. Twenty-six Portland area congregations, from a wide range of denominations, collaborated to organize an event that celebrated inclusion, advocated for equity and supported our LGBTQ+ […]
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Backing Eleanor Sato for state Senate | Letter
My name is Claude Rwaganje, and I am a Gorham resident. I am a former member at large and president of Westbrook City Council. I resided in Westbrook for 10 years before recently moving to Gorham with my family. I first met Rep. Eleanor Sato when she was personal assistant and legislative aide in the […]