I see a need for both sides to work together for the common good. That’s why I am voting for Democrat Henry Ingwersen for the Maine Senate. I believe that Henry is a strong leader to help us make our system work for everyone. He has the experience of working up in Augusta in the […]

What to think of Republicans? Republicans who think the only fair election is one that they win. Republicans who still don’t believe President Biden won the 2020 election but can’t provide any evidence to support that view. Republicans who are doing their best to restrict the voting of those they think are less likely to […]

I first met Richard Matthews on the Memorial Middle School PTA, where he brought energy and passion to supporting teachers and providing quality experiences for kids. Later, Dick ably led the school board through years of difficult budget and contract negotiations. He championed both the music and theater programs that my children loved, and the […]

Portland residents, please vote “no” on referendum questions A and B. Increasing affordable housing is desirable, but blocking short-term rentals will result only in higher hotel rates, fewer tourists and reduced economic activity. Our family of teachers purchased on Peaks Island in 1975 because it was affordable and near the ocean; we started renting part-time […]

Inflation is literally the price we are paying for protecting democracy while trying to save our planet. Unfortunately, the poor, the disadvantaged and those of color are the ones who suffer the most, as always. During World War II, there were shortages of many goods, food and fuel were rationed, people raised victory gardens and […]

I am a student at South Portland High School. I support the proposed ordinance to end the sale of flavored tobacco in South Portland. When I walk into the bathroom at school, I am bombarded with the scent of cotton candy, peach or blue raspberry, the types of scents somebody might associate with sugar-crazed children […]

I support Democrat Henry Ingwersen in his run for Maine Senate. I’ve witnessed Henry’s proactive work from a distance and personally. Four years ago, after suffering a work-related concussion, I was diagnosed with leukemia and reaching exhaustion from chronic depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Henry, then a state representative, reached out within the month, supported […]

Gov. Mills, a Democrat, has said that she would veto any bill that increases restrictions on abortion in Maine. When asked where he stands, Republican Paul LePage said he “didn’t understand the question.” As a public servant with executive power, the governor is responsible for knowing exactly how potential changes to state laws would impact […]

It appears obvious to me, after reading the Oct. 25 letter from Mark Seibel complaining about the increase in the standard deduction (“Where’s the outrage over higher standard tax deductions?”), that he does not understand increasing the standard deduction reduces one’s taxes. Additionally, I do not think the Portland Press Herald realizes this either – […]