In these perilous and uncertain times, Topsham needs an experienced representative in Augusta who understands the needs of our town. Denise Tepler is that person. As our representative, she understands how the state budget process works and is a strong voice for Topsham to ensure our families and neighbors are treated fairly. In her time […]
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Letter to the Editor: Portland should bring Costa back for another term
I served with Councilor Justin Costa on the Portland City Council from 2014 to 2017, and I witnessed first-hand the personal qualities that we should expect from councilors. He is thoughtful, articulate, selfless, respectful, a good listener and a progressive voice. During Justin’s six years on the City Council and six years on the school […]
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Letter to the Editor: Collins has put Maine first for a long time
I attended college at St Lawrence University with Susan Collins in the 1970s. She has never wavered in her love and respect for the people of Maine. My family has owned a home and two small businesses on Mount Desert Island for over 50 years. Without Susan Collins, and the PPP program that she sponsored, […]
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Letter to the editor: Democratic socialists better choice than their political opposites
Jay Allen told Staff Writer Kevin Miller that he decided to run for Congress because he “cannot sit by and let progressives destroy our country” (Oct. 11). This has become a common refrain among Republicans. Donald Trump, as well as many other Republicans, are fond of charging progressives and Democrats with being radical left-wing socialists. […]
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Letter to the editor: Struggle with addiction merits support, not judgment
I agree with Maine Millennial columnist Victoria Hugo-Vidal when she writes in her Oct. 11 column, “Addiction is not something to be ashamed of. It’s a medical condition, part physiological and part psychological, and it is treatable.” In my community and throughout the state I have worked with individuals who have struggled with addiction in […]
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Letter to the editor: Ignore paper’s ill-informed Biden endorsement
The Portland Press Herald Editorial Board (Our View, Oct. 4) says that “Joe Biden should be our president.” This 96-year-old World War II combat veteran and Harvard University graduate, who lived through the Great Depression and during the administrations of 17 presidents, respectfully disagrees. Joe Biden is the weakest presidential candidate of my lifetime. Biden […]
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Letter to the editor: Death of TV debates has been greatly exaggerated
The interactions that take place tell voters much more about the candidates than canned stump speeches would.
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Letter to the editor: Second Amendment grew out of stringent gun rules
Modern addicts to the “Second Amendment” seem profoundly ignorant of its origins. In Colonial New England, my male ancestors between 16 and 55 were required to keep a musket, ball and powder, and an edged fighting weapon in their homes (clergymen and fishermen excepted). However, they were subject to the commands of their elected officers, […]
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Letter to the editor: Trump supporters not inclined to keep quiet
I am amused that the media and others feel that a “silent majority“ exists who support the president and choose not to reveal their choice to pollsters. Seriously: Does anyone really think that there are people on this planet who support this bombastic president but who choose to remain “silent”? Mediated images of his supporters […]
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Letter to the editor: Elect generous, civic-minded Branch in Senate District 19
Democrat Katey Branch is the best pick for Maine Senate District 19 because she puts the community first. Katey dedicates the majority of her time toward helping the community through the Alan Day Community Garden, where she spends her time teaching the youth about leadership skills. Katey is always supporting local businesses, and getting involved […]