Contrary to Brad Kowalski’s dizzyingly cynical assertion, the hundreds of Protect Lake Auburn signs that went up around the Twin Cities mean precisely what they say (“Don’t be duped by Auburn political signs,” Aug. 31). Concerns about the water supply for about 40,000 people are well-founded, and not delusions of “old wealthy elites.” As far […]
Alex Lear
Staff Writer
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.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Jimi Cutting: Vote for those working for people, not personal profit
Another election cycle is upon us; who am I going to vote for? Does it even really matter? Should I even bother at all? It’s not like they listen. Some tough things to ponder while we sit at the table, sipping our coffee and trying to figure out how we are going to make X […]
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Carole Richards: People need peace from politics
My mute button is getting a workout already. It’s 12 months too early to start with this noise. Can’t we have any peace from politics? It starts immediately after an election on and on and on. Campaigning could be limited to a few televised debates. I can judge the candidates by the way they conduct […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Brian Belknap: Mayor Levesque is advocate for Auburn’s taxpayers, schools
Over the past six years, I have sat on the Auburn School Committee. During that time I’ve never seen a mayor take his seat on the committee. When Mayor Jason Levesque took the seat two years ago, and was appointed chair of the finance committee, I really wasn’t sure what to expect. What I found […]
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James Moore: U.S. Rep. Golden is mistaken about student loans
There is a false belief among some, including Congressman Jared Golden, that most who have attended college are members of the economic elite. Golden recently claimed many of those who took out student loans went on to “six-figure salaries.” While student loans were essential for thousands of low-income Mainers to escape poverty, about 40% of […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: More climate fiction
It’s been a good summer for climate activists who are pushing the false narrative of “climate change.”
Posted inLetters, Opinion
In rebuttal: Tom Hart: Biden is useless, bring back Trump
I couldn’t disagree more with Ellen Field (“Tired of Trump, Trump, Trump,” Aug. 17). Donald Trump has done more in four years than Joe Biden has thought of doing. Trump lowered taxes and attempted to shut the border, we were paying $2.15 a gallon for gas, food was reasonable, and he got along with other […]
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Joseph Thomas: Keep Auburn on right track, reelect Mayor Levesque
I am writing to express my enthusiastic endorsement for the reelection of Mayor Jason Levesque in Auburn. Throughout his term, he has exemplified true leadership and dedication to our community. Under Mayor Levesque’s guidance, Auburn has experienced remarkable progress. His commitment to economic growth has resulted in the creation of new jobs and businesses, revitalizing […]