I have more trust and admiration for Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline than any elected official I’ve ever supported. He’s somehow at every community event, every restaurant opening, every local band concert at Rusty Bus. He’s been hugely supportive of Great Falls Pride, our local artists, our newest Mainers — too many communities to count. In […]
Alex Lear
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Alex Lear is a lifelong Mainer who has spent 25 years in journalism -- the first 20 as a reporter for newspapers in Damariscotta and Falmouth, then as Opinions section editor for the Sun Journal and now a digital producer with the Maine Trust for Local News. His long-running “Learics” column won first place in the Maine Press Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. He and his wife Lauren are kept young by their 9-year-old daughter Alaina. Send feedback and suggestions to Alex.
Jared Golden: Sheline offers Lewiston good heart, positive attitude
I write in support of Carl Sheline’s reelection for mayor of Lewiston. Having known Carl for several years, I know that he is not interested in public office to engage in political battles. He wants to focus on creating a positive environment and image for the community, while supporting local businesses. During his first term […]
Janet Beaudoin: Connor offers Lewiston optimism, progress as mayor
Mayoral candidate Jon Connor genuinely cares about the citizens of Lewiston. Jon’s business background, political experience, military service and Christian values have prepared him for the role of mayor. His commitment to serving the community shows selfless and visionary leadership we’ve not seen in the past. My hope is that with Jon at the helm, […]
Cecile Thornton: ‘If it’s happening in Lewiston, Mayor Carl is there’
I am writing to ask Lewiston residents to join me in supporting Mayor Carl Sheline by casting their vote for him in the upcoming mayoral election. As a native Lewistonian, I’ll be voting for him because I believe that Mayor Sheline truly cares about the well-being of Lewiston residents, be they native-born or not. In […]
Michelle Gosselin Ervin: Connor aims to revitalize Lewiston’s economy
I want to express my wholehearted endorsement of Jon Connor’s candidacy for mayor in Lewiston. Our city’s economic growth is essential for the well-being of our residents, and Jon’s plans to attract businesses and create jobs are promising steps in the right direction. As someone who believes in the power of a thriving local economy, […]
Rich Lowry: John Fetterman makes the U.S. Senate safe for disgraceful slobs
What the Missouri Compromise was to Henry Clay, what the Second Reply to Hayne was to Daniel Webster, what the Civil Rights Act of 1957 was to Lyndon Johnson, Carhartt sweatshirts and baggy shorts will be to John Fetterman.
Austin Bay: Taiwan arms for war — if deterrence fails
If Taiwan becomes a concrete porcupine — with trained soldiers, modern weapons and reinforced bunkers supported by air and sea assets delivering sea mines and missile strikes — Beijing will never take the island.
Clarence Page: MAGA was only the beginning of Mitt Romney’s worries
“A very large portion of my party,” Romney tells McKay Coppins of The Atlantic, “really doesn’t believe in the Constitution.” That’s why he spends $5,000 a day since the insurrection on private security for his family, Romney said.