The contest for governor in Maine could not be more important. Janet Mills has expertly served as a county attorney, a legislator and as Maine’s attorney general. Mills is pro-education. While Shawn Moody may have expertly run several body shops, he has reportedly stated that Maine schools are overfunded. Maine voters have voted for increased […]
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Confidence in Ned Claxton
I was delighted to read that, following his retirement from the practice of medicine, Ned Claxton had decided to run for the state Senate. I am confident that he will demonstrate the same compassion and intelligence that made him a successful doctor. I am also confident that he will continue to display the same energy […]
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Bickford has moved Maine forward
I am writing in support of Bruce Bickford for the Maine House. I have worked with him on several issues while we served in the House together. Most recently, Rep. Bickford was serving on the tax committee. Because of his work on the tax committee, I recommended he also serve on the marijuana legalization committee. […]
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Nutting will work for education
I have known John Nutting for more than 40 years. He is an experienced and frugal legislator who is known for his bi-partisanship and ability to work across the aisle to serve the needs of the people he represents. As a taxpayer, I know that he understands the importance of keeping property taxes reasonable while […]
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Landry an effective commissioner
Melissa Simones Landry is a candidate for Androscoggin County commissioner District 2, a part of Lewiston. She knows the area. She is a native of Androscoggin County. She is well-educated and experienced in governmental functions. Civic minded, she has served as a member of the board of L-A Museum, as well as a member of […]
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RCV and the November election
Whether you like or dislike ranked-choice voting, don’t forget that there will be two voting formats on the November ballot: One-vote voting choice for those serving in Augusta, with ranked-choice voting for those hoping to serve in Washington. For governor of Maine, there will be four candidates, but voters will be allowed to make only […]
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Seek for creative solutions
During this election season, people need to bear in mind the attitude of candidates toward enacting policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat accelerating planetary warming. There are several market-based ideas aimed at curbing carbon emissions currently under discussion by members of Congress from both parties, industry leaders and climate activists, who find common […]
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Chace supports the senior citizens
My wife and I are old Maine Yankees, 86 years of age. Age gives one special insight that younger people have yet to gain and, therefore, we support the candidacy of Paul Chace of legislative District 46, which covers North Yarmouth, Durham and part of Pownal. Chace has always been supportive of our communications with […]
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Hayes the best hope for unity
I have a list of qualities I feel people should look for in selecting a governor. The top state leader must place the needs of the people of Maine ahead of the desires of any party affiliations. The governor needs to be skilled at crossing the aisle and of promoting thoughtful compromise. The governor should […]
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Cloutier is prepared and available
In my prior public administration career, I was prohibited by my profession’s code of ethics to publicly support anyone running for office (both nationally and internationally). Now that I am retired, I am very pleased to now publicly support Kristen Cloutier’s candidacy as the next state representative in Lewiston’s House District 60. During Cloutier’s tenure […]