Cutting through all the negative political ads, sound bites and rhetoric to fully understand a candidate’s positions, policies and plans is critical to voting for and electing the best person to represent the interests of Maine and its citizens.

If voters look closely at each gubernatorial candidate’s positions, policies and plans, as I have, it is obvious that Eliot Cutler is the most qualified for the job.

He has put forward detailed plans to address Maine’s economy, including tax reform, creating jobs and improving health care.

More importantly, he has made it a priority to bring balance, common sense and dignity back to governing this state.

If he is elected, Maine can be assured of a better future under his administration.

I am doing the right thing on Election Day by voting for Eliot Cutler.

Mark Hews, Poland