I write in response to an Associated Press story in the Sun Journal Sept. 11, “Gun legislation stalls as leaders trade ‘theatrics’.” I have something to add. In the story, it was reported that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was “visibly shaken” and said “lives are at stake” since gun legislation wasn’t being passed. I say […]
2019
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Ed Rogers, Democratic debate: Ranking the debates, from Warren to O’Rourke
By Ed Rogers The Washington Post The Houston Democratic presidential debate on Thursday did not produce breakout moments for any of the candidates. Instead, it consisted mostly of a jumble of promises, spending sprees and a litany of typical liberal positions. Some candidates pledged mostly free, immediate and unlimited health care; others called for reparations, […]
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Thomas Shields: Holly Lasagna has served with dedication
I am happily recommending that Holly Lasagna be re-elected to the Auburn City Council to represent Ward 1. She has served Auburn with intelligence, dedication and honesty. The voters of Ward 1 and the city of Auburn have been benefited by the service of this quality person. I hope others will join me in voting […]
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Froma Harrop: Online baby pictures do not always amuse
My Facebook feed often carries pictures of children whom I don’t know and, in the case of sonograms, who aren’t even born yet. They are strangers to me, albeit cute strangers. If I’m very close to the sender, I’ll respond in a private message, “That’s the most beautiful baby I’ve ever seen,” and then move […]
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Katherine Cargile: Rhyanna Larose for Auburn City Council
I endorse Rhyanna Larose for Auburn City Council, Ward 4. As a life-long Auburn resident, Larose loves the local people and natural environment. She is a strong believer in promoting the sustainable use of outdoor recreation sites as well as encouraging the use of clean, renewable energy sources in the area. She is committed to […]
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Betty Prindall: When voting, try for forgiveness
With dismay, I have read what has been happening in Mechanic Falls. I grew up in that town. Yes, the town council voted to release the town manager from his duties; and it is sad that the differences between the two offices had to come to that. However, when members of the council learned of […]
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Rich Lowry: Bernie Sanders and the anti-people crusade
At least Bernie Sanders is an equal opportunity misanthrope. He doesn’t like rich people, and it turns out he doesn’t necessarily like poor people, either. At the CNN town hall on climate change, a questioner asked the socialist senator if he’d be “courageous” enough to endorse population control to save the planet. Sanders answered “yes,” […]
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Aaron Blake, Democratic debate: Winners and losers from the third debate
By Aaron Blake The Washington Post The Democrats met in Houston on Thursday night for the third Democratic debate of 2019, this time all on one night. After three hours of sparring between the 10 candidates who qualified, here’s who won, who lost, and what it means moving forward. Winners • The Democratic Party: Given […]
Posted inConnections
Briefly: Local
Norman Prize nominations are open PORTLAND — Full-time teachers with tenures of at least five years in SAD 52 are eligible to be nominated for the Patience W. Norman Prize for Teacher Excellence. SAD 52 includes Greene Central School, Leavitt Area High School, Leeds Central School, Tripp Middle School, Turner Elementary School and Turner Primary […]
Posted inDear Abby
Friend frets that woman who lives at home is missing out on life
DEAR ABBY: I’m having trouble with a friend, “Julie.” We have been close friends for about five years. Julie is 29, still a virgin and lives at home. I never thought much about her living at home but, as the years go by, her living arrangements have become more front and center. I’m in a […]