It is time to elect Peter Mills governor.

State government is mired in fiscal insanity, leaving heavy debt and undone work. Gov. John Baldacci’s ads boast a balanced budget, but to meet that constitutional requirement, the administration mortgaged away the state liquor business. But for Peter Mills, they would have done the same with future lottery revenue.

Maine has over $5 billion in debt. Our highways and bridges are crumbling. The Department of Health and Human Services is void of any effective management and efficiency. And Dirigo needs serious fixing. That’s the current administration’s legacy.

Peter Mills can defeat Baldacci. Dave Emery hasn’t won an election in over 25 years. Chandler Woodcock’s conservative agenda will not survive a general election in moderate Maine.

Mills’ business and governmental experience, common sense and plan for the future can rein in an out-of-control state government.

John P. McCatherin, Carrabassett Valley