The Clean Water Act is the only reason the Androscoggin River isn’t the most polluted in the country. Well, candidates in this election cycle are working hard to overturn these protections and destroy our drinking water. In 2014, Paul LePage was the first incumbent governor to be named to the League of Conservation Voters’ “Dirty […]

We are in the age of lies and liars. The brazenness with which some politicians repeat boldfaced lies just astounds me. Have they no shame? Historically, politicians have been knows to utter an occasional fib or little white lie, but ever since “Ole Goldilocks” down there in Mar-A-Largo burst onto the scene in 2016, lying […]

Under the administration of Gov. Paul LePage, tax breaks were given to the wealthiest Mainers, while cuts to programs like the Low-Cost Drugs for the Elderly or Disabled were proposed. Legislators Peggy Rotundo and Margaret Craven helped salvage that program at the time. Under the Affordable Care Act, there was a proposed Medicaid expansion that […]

Gov. Janet Mills is a great listener, problem solver and consensus builder. I have known her since 1980. She has always impressed me as an intelligent, thoughtful and dedicated community leader. As a retired public school educator, I am grateful for Janet leading with way, with the Legislature, to finally honor the state’s obligation to […]

I will be voting for Tamara Hoke for House District 76 in November. Tamara would listen to all concerns with an open mind and would fight for every Maine family. She would work hard with both parties to help Maine move forward. Her strong dedication to her community and state would serve us well in […]

Voters in District 20 (Auburn, Durham, New Gloucester and Poland) have an opportunity to return Bettyann Sheats to the State House. Her experience and service make her an excellent candidate for Senate. Her education at West Point, followed by eight years of active duty as a helicopter pilot, speaks to her values, competence and leadership. […]

I am excited to support Peggy Rotundo as Lewiston’s next senator. As a lifelong Lewiston resident, I know that Peggy is the right choice. She cares about people in Lewiston and is always there when people need her. Peggy’s thoughtful approach to working with people from across the aisle is what we need to represent […]

As representative for House District 60 (soon to be District 94 after redistricting), Kristen Cloutier has worked tirelessly over the past four years to advocate for the people of Lewiston. I have found Kristen to be very helpful and responsive toward her constituents. She sponsored a bill and convened a working group regarding an issue […]

Concerned, caring and committed to providing a collaborative and forward-thinking role in the Maine Senate, Bettyann Sheats stands head and shoulders above the competition. I feel really comfortable voting for Bettyann Sheats. Bob Gardner, Auburn