I’d like to thank letter writer Ed Reagan (“Make gas affordable again,” Sept. 19) for making my point on eliminating fossil fuel subsidies and transitioning to electric vehicles. He states that he cannot afford EVs at the current prices. I agree that we should make EVs more affordable! The U.S. currently spends roughly $20 billion […]
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Letter to the editor: Burying electric lines will protect CMP’s infrastructure
While CMP is mulling over rate hikes (“Our View: CMP rate debate has to be a farsighted one,” Sept. 20, Page A4) to prepare its infrastructure for the future, it might want to consider a glaringly obvious solution. We are suggesting burial of its lines as a preventative measure for avoiding the constant battle every […]
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Letter to the editor: Portland food trucks must accept return to normal
Re: “Portland seeks feedback on food truck program” (Sept. 20, Page B1): On June 15, Portland’s food trucks relocated from the Eastern Promenade roadway to Cutter Street, within the park. For the record, this is still on the Prom. Simultaneously, city officials were requested to bring all stakeholders to the table – food trucks, playground […]
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Letter to the editor: Governors’ treatment of migrants shows disrespect for life
The Republican Party bases much of its political platform on the sanctity of life. Texas now has a virtual ban on abortion; Florida has a ban after 15 weeks, and Arizona will have either a 15-week restriction, effective Saturday, or a near-total ban, depending on how a judge there rules. Babies are important before they are […]
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Letter to the editor: Reelect hardworking Rep. Fay in District 66
I will vote for Jessica Fay as my state representative on Nov. 8. She currently represents Raymond, Casco and Poland (District 66), and has been doing a remarkable job preserving our environment, protecting seniors, advocating for domestic-violence victims and keeping taxes low. A Democrat, she is respected on both sides of the aisle and has […]
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Letter to the editor: ‘Strong mayor’ measure will also bolster Portland city councilors
Question 2 opponents and supporters focus on the role of the mayor of Portland. The responsibilities of the City Council are every bit as relevant. The council would be able to overturn a mayoral veto with only one additional vote (two-thirds is eight out of 12) and could remove a mayor with nine votes. The […]
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Letter to the editor: How long will Republican bargain with Trump last?
The party is still competitive in national elections for now. But longer term, they’ll lose moderate and independent voters.
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Letter to the editor: Federal benefits owed to Wabanaki tribal residents
What do Janet Mills and Angus King have in common? Both are afflicted with “Maine-Governor-itis.” This malady, which has infected every chief executive of our state since at least 1980, induces Maine governors and ex-governors to want to block most federal benefits that are due to Wabanaki tribal residents in Maine. Those funds, if received, […]
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Letter to the editor: Poor overlooked as rich stand in spotlight
Coverage of a recent shakeup on the list of the world’s wealthiest doesn’t reflect what’s really important.
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Letter to the editor: Alleged shoreline violations show disregard for Sebago Lake
I was dismayed, and a bit disgusted, after reading the front-page Sept. 19 Sun Journal article “Auburn businessman facing millions in fines for alleged shoreline violations at Sebago Lake.” It appears Donald Buteau lives life by his own rules since this is his second egregious act – the first being in Harrison. Did he throw […]