We write in response to the comments Livermore Falls Selectman Ronald Chadwick made in a story about the proposed Livermore Falls budget and other issues (Sun Journal, May 3). Most small towns are facing poverty and fixed income issues; however, the outlook for our town is positive. The town has a very adequate amount in […]
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Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
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Restructure the government
I agree with Peter Blake (letter, May 7) and Catherine Ferrell (May 14) about people’s concerns with the popular vote. Actually, it is not that popular — it doesn’t really count. The nation’s forefathers created a government “by the people, for the people.” I pay taxes, so my vote should count. Elected representatives should work […]
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Sen. Brakey working for the people
State Sen. Eric Brakey is running for a second term serving the people of Auburn, Minot, Mechanic Falls, Poland and New Gloucester, and I am very proud to work with him in Augusta. Brakey is one of the most successful freshmen senators I have ever seen, and few in Augusta work as hard as he […]
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A case of inequality
Well, I didn’t plan on writing a letter to the editor this morning (Saturday, May 14), but the sports page gave me incentive. I am looking at the results of Telstar High School sports and realized that the game lost by the boys’ team got twice the headline size and coverage as the headline for […]
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A grateful thank-you
The family of Natalie Taylor wishes to express our gratitude to Jaime Rodriquez and those other brave individuals who assisted in rescuing her from her burning car in Norway on May 12. Rodriguez placed himself in danger and suffered smoke inhalation in that selfless act of heroism. The gentleman, not named in the press, who […]
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Every vote matters
I write with regard to the June 14 referendum in Lewiston that would combine Martel and Longley school districts, allowing for the continuation of the new school project. It will not only allow for a safer and more comfortable learning environment for students, but will bring a heightened sense of pride and community to Lewiston. […]
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Responsibly fund city government
The city of Auburn is facing difficult budget decisions. Years ago, in an attempt to be fiscally responsible, the city adopted a spending cap limiting the city budget increases to no more than the increase in the consumer price index. That has resulted in an absence of a significant discussion on spending priorities. Instead, the […]
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Offer more reminders about vote date
As a former teacher, I admired the work that had gone into the proposed Lewiston school budget and appreciated the information concerning the budget that was published in the Sun Journal prior to the election. On Tuesday, May 10, I was surprised to see no mention of the vote in the Sun Journal. After checking […]
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Don’t be satisfied with school system
Newspaper articles and editorials are expected to contain a revelatory comment aptly condensing intent or significance. Newspapers frequently place this comment in bold print above the article. The Sun Journal editorial (May 12) regarding voter apathy is boldly headlined: “Too few voters deciding too many consequences.” But, within the editorial is this revelatory comment: “The […]
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Has Trump hijacked the GOP?
We know that Donald Trump was a Democrat and a liberal. We also know that he is violent, i.e. “I’d like to punch him in the face.” He is profane, disrespectful, crude and is insulting to women and Spanish-speaking people. He will revive torture and also compel the use of water-boarding. In listening to his […]