Citizens of Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties have an outstanding opportunity to make their communities safer and an overall better place to live. In this coming November election, Deputy District Attorney Neil Mclean is running for the position of district attorney. Neil is a lifelong friend who I know to be driven, honest, thoughtful and […]
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.
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Spring Gouette: Libby passionate about representing Maine’s people well
Rep. Laurel Libby. If people haven’t heard that name yet, they will, because she’s determined to knock on every door in District 90 before November. Her love of Maine drives her passion to represent its people well. Laurel wants to hear her constituents’ concerns. Instead of enjoying summer days at the beach with her kids, […]
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Rhyanna Larose: Shaw would be ‘excellent representative’ for Auburn area
Kathy Shaw would make an excellent representative for state House District 88. She is hardworking, collaborative, and a great listener. She is highly engaged and involved in all aspects of the community, offering creative solutions to some of the toughest challenges we are facing. Kathy is highly respected amongst her peers and the citizens of […]
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Leonard Pitts Jr.: Trying to persuade Trump Republicans is a waste of time
Granted, that’s an ominous conclusion. After all, if reasoning is no longer a possibility, you are left only two options for resolving political differences: to impose one side’s will by force of arms or by weight of electoral dominance, i.e., by voting the other side into oblivion.
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Cindy Larock: Rotundo ‘is absolutely deserving’ of Lewiston voter support
For 16 years, the citizens of Lewiston were blessed to have Peggy Rotundo representing them in Augusta, first as a member of the Senate and then the House of Representatives. After taking a well-earned break, she is now prepared to resume her hard work in the Legislature as a candidate for the Senate. A strong […]
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In rebuttal: Gerard Decoteau: Letter writer ignores Trump’s flaws
I write in rebuttal to Deborah Diltz (“Letter’s insults, attacks on Trump ‘unworthy of publication’,” Aug. 28). She resents people calling Donald Trump a “dangerous imposter,” “buffoon,” “boorish foe” and “menace.” She ignores the fact that he is a twice-impeached self-admitted adulterer, compulsive liar and grifter. Did Trump put America first when his minions attacked […]
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Ed Jawor: Rep. Cloutier supports Maine’s seniors, their families
I enthusiastically support Kristen Cloutier for House District 60 (formerly 94). She’s a strong leader working for Lewiston families. An example of Kristen’s leadership is her sponsorship of the Family Caregiver Grant Program (LD 296). This program provides tax credits for families who care for sick loved ones. It supports eldercare and assists families with […]
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Cal Thomas: Is the ‘Red Wave’ fading?
It is difficult to believe that voters swimming in a red wave of anger and disgust at the Biden administration and what congressional Democrats have done will suddenly reverse course and either vote for the status quo or stay home, but that’s the goal of Democrats.