I am almost 19, a new voter, and I would like to show my support for the right to food constitutional amendment that Mainers will be voting with Question 3. This amendment is just as important as many of the prominent human rights laws in our country’s Constitution; everyone has a right to produce or […]
Letters
Letters to the editor.
Letter to the editor: Investing in Maine’s clean-energy sector has wide impact
Maine’s clean-energy sector is an important part of our all-of-the-above energy strategy, and further advancements will help reduce emissions, improve climate resiliency, spur innovation, and drive economic growth in communities across country. Today, investing in clean energy doesn’t just support companies that exclusively work in the industry; it helps support businesses large and small across […]
Letter to the editor: Vote ‘yes’ on 3 to support healthy, local food initiatives
I write as a mother, gardener, and community member who supports voting “yes” on Question 3. Like many of you, I believe that access to healthy and nutritious food is important for everyone, regardless of age, race, ability or location. I also believe that it is simply smart planning to create a food system that […]
Letter to the editor: Power corridor would be more asset than detriment
Thoughts on the proposed CMP power corridor for consideration: 1. The woods are not pristine. They are a working forest with miles of roads. 2. I’m not a fan of dams but our neighboring government has built these dams, they are there, the environmental damage is done. 3. When we visited years ago, there were […]
Letter to the editor: Don’t be duped by CMP’s shenanigans
The energy Hydro Quebec would export to Massachusetts comes from reservoirs that have flooded thousands of acres of greenhouse gas-absorbing boreal forests.
Letter to the editor: Move to Bangor won’t be the rebrand Poliquin wants
Wow. Big move! So, the oft-defeated Bruce Poliquin hopes to resurrect his political career by selling another home on the edge of the Second District and moving to Bangor? As a primary opponent noted, Poliquin owns million-dollar properties in the First District, but Maine law permits anyone to run for office wherever he lives – […]
Letter to the editor: CMP should work to improve poor power service
Recently, we, residents of Maine, have been bombarded with ads concerning the upcoming vote on the CMP corridor. I have no strong opinion on the merits of the corridor as I value both our natural resources and the need to modernize infrastructure. It is a balancing act. My one issue on this matter concerns the […]
Letter to the editor: MSAD 75 should continue wise masking policy
On Oct. 21, the MSAD 75 School Board will decide whether to continue a requirement for masking in district schools. On Aug. 16, the current policy was narrowly adopted. For the health and safety of our students, district employees, and their families, it’s hugely important that the current policy continues. I do not envy the […]
Letter to the editor: Brandon Mazer and Jon Hinck for Portland City Council
As recently reported, Portland politics have taken a turn for the worse. We are more divided, more negative and consequently, many good people are staying away from public service. This year, three very good people are retiring from the Portland City Council, and on Nov. 2, Portland voters will have a chance to elect three […]
Letter to the editor: Adam Hamilton for South Portland school board
I am supporting Adam Hamilton with my vote for South Portland school board on Nov. 2. Adam has lived in South Portland his entire life. For 48 years, Adam has lived his life openly. So, this is what I know about Adam: There are no secrets; he is a pipe fitter for a fire protection […]