I am a retired senior who is writing to recommend Charlotte Nutt, an independent candidate for the Maine House representing Paris, West Paris, Woodstock and Sumner. I have spent time with her, and I feel she has genuine concern for issues and an amazing background — a double major in geology and economics along with […]

I am writing to explain why I will be voting for Bruce Bryant, the Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate in District 19. In 1971, my husband, young son, and I moved to Canton when we bought the former Taber’s Ice Cream stand/house. Canton was in pretty bad shape then, with almost every other house […]

I am excited that Stefanie Mahr Damien is willing to serve and represent those of us in House District 88. Over the years, I have observed Stefanie and her husband Steve work hard to make Auburn a better place to live. I’ve seen them take dilapidated, empty houses and transform them into beautiful homes our […]

I am writing to urge everyone to vote “yes” on Question 1 in the upcoming referendum. This measure would limit to $5,000 the amount of money an individual or an entity can donate to a political action committee that supports or opposes a candidate for office. The difference between a PAC and a SuperPAC is […]

In rural Bethel I’m writing about lithium deposits in Newry, Rumford and Hanover areas of the state. People should ask their legislators to carefully consider language in mining bills and laws: guard against the harm it might do to water, people, wildlife and the beauty of life here. Legislation language can be used to subvert […]

I am delighted to support Bettyann Sheats for Maine Senate District 20, representing Auburn, Durham, New Gloucester and Poland. Bettyann knows firsthand the significant demands and responsibilities of serving in the Legislature, having served two terms in the Maine House. While drawing upon her experience as a small business owner, veteran and community volunteer, she’s […]