I’m writing about the presidential debate, and what has been going on. Kamala Harris says too many simplistic lines that are supposed to sound good and satisfy people, but they solve absolutely nothing. The proof is the open border, high cost of living, giving billions of dollars to foreign countries hand over fist and not […]
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.
Norm Gellatly: A plea to the media regarding Trump
Bizarre news that is generally true is sought and covered by the media. So be it. Donald Trump concocts bizarre news, but it is generally false. This is ridiculous. This nonsense should be relegated to a distant corner. We’re tired of it. Norm Gellatly, Auburn
Froma Harrop: Crazy talk, crazy people and guns everywhere
Crazy political talk may be activating crazy people bent on violence. And about 99% of the blather is coming from the Trump side.
Ken Morse: Beal would be a voice in Augusta for House District 81
I’m writing in support of Joan Beal in her run to become representative in the Maine House for our District 81. I couldn’t be happier with her experience and dedication to the issues she would work on. Joan has been very active in making our communities strong and healthy. She is truly rooted in community. […]
Mary Hunter: Questioning Trump’s concept of a health care plan
Donald Trump claims to have a “concept of a plan” for health care. However, the Project 2025 document written by his associates provides some detail. It suggests “Remov(ing) barriers to direct primary care … [whereby] doctors contract directly with patients for their care on a subscription basis …” An insurance-avoiding relationship with people’s doctor’s office […]
Emily Ecker: Nutt ‘can be a good liaison’ for House District 79
I’m writing in favor of Charlotte Nutt to be my state representative. Charlotte is an independent candidate for House District 79, the towns of Paris, Sumner, West Paris, and Woodstock. She chose to be an independent because she is determined to serve everyone. Beginning in March, she started going door-to-door to introduce herself. She went […]
Loraine Duclos: Beal ‘cares deeply about all people’
I am writing to support the candidacy of Joan Beal for House of Representatives for District 81. Joan and I have common backgrounds, both as former teachers and former foster parents. I know firsthand the strength, dedication and caring it takes to do both of those jobs, and the moment I meant Joan I recognized […]
Jane Chandler: Bryant is truthful, ‘seeks realistic solutions’
I have known Bruce Bryant for about 20 years. He formerly served in the Maine House and Senate and has a proven track record of working for the people of Maine. Bruce would be a great senator for District 19 (towns in Oxford County include: Albany, Andover, Bethel, Buckfield, Byron, Canton, Dixfield, Gilead, Greenwood, Hanover, […]