On Aug. 23 I placed a sign on my front lawn supporting Democrats Kamala Harris and Tim Walz to lead our American government. The next morning I went to the mailbox, and the Harris-Walz sign was gone. I checked the surrounding area and grasses up and down the street, and I did not find the […]
Alex Lear
A Maine native and Colby College graduate, Alex has been covering coastal communities since 2001. He lives in the Portland area with his wife Lauren, 4-year-old daughter Alaina, and 7-year-old bulldog Walter. He has released four CDs of original music and does occasional research work for Marvel Comics' collected editions.
Michael Polk: Damien would listen to, fight for, House District 88 residents
As a resident of New Auburn, I am proud to cast my vote for Stefanie Mahr Damien for House District 88 this November. I know Stefanie and her husband well, and feel strongly about her ability to continue to build on the legislative successes we’ve seen over the past two years. Stefanie is kind, generous, […]
Crystal Ward: ‘Peggy Rotundo is my personal representative’
Lewiston has the great opportunity to reelect Peggy Rotundo as its state senator on Nov. 5. She is a caring, hardworking, knowledgeable, responsive, passionate, supportive advocate for education and the retired. Peggy Rotundo is my personal representative. I have contacted her many times on several issues both local and statewide, and she always has listened, […]
Cal Thomas: Kamala Harris: A blank slate
She can’t escape her record, though the major media is doing their best to cover it up. Harris is a San Francisco liberal whose policies on taxes, abortion, crime, and other social issues might shock the general public.
Scott Currie: A vote for Sheats is a vote for Maine
I’m writing to support Bettyann Sheats for Senate. Bettyann has demonstrated commitment to respect and represent all of her constituents. She supports Maine’s Marriage Equality Law and is running as a Clean Election candidate. Republicans would like to eliminate both of these Maine traditions. People’s vote for Bettyann for Senate on Nov. 5 would be […]
Steve Bien: Hoke would ‘work hard and effectively’ for House District 76
I am writing in support of Tammy Hoke’s campaign for House District 76 — Jay, Livermore Falls and Livermore. At a time when so much of our politics has become a slogan-based food fight, it is rare to encounter someone so entirely motivated by her desire to serve. Tammy Hoke has lived and worked in […]
Judy Cyr: Maine deserves a politician like Rep. Libby
I’m writing in support of Laurel Libby for state representative. Although Laurel does excellent work on policy decisions, the most important thing to me is her character. It’s unusual for a politician to be honest, and Laurel has proven herself to be that. She sincerely does her best for the people of Maine and her […]
Clarence Page: Democrats are trying to offer voters a reflection of themselves, only better
Political success often comes when candidates and campaigns make voters comfortable enough to give them, at least, the benefit of their doubts.