I am writing to share my profound thanks to Rep. Laurel Libby, who, for the past two-terms, has served with a fierce dedication to our district. She serves wholeheartedly, all while managing the demands of a busy family. Her commitment to empowering Mainers with tools they need to get involved and have their voices heard […]
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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Susan Martin: House District 88 fortunate to have a candidate like Damien
As I learn more about Stefanie Mahr Damien, candidate for Maine House District 88, I believe she would be a real asset to Auburn as a legislator. Stefanie runs a small business, cares for an elderly parent and lives with the demands we all face every day. Stefanie is an independent thinker. She believes in […]
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Cal Thomas: Harris appeals for the anti-Catholic vote
For Kamala Harris to openly promote abortion on the same day as the Al Smith dinner, and after declining an invitation to attend, will not sit well with some Catholic voters.
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Gail Shelley: Rep. Libby prioritizes educational reform
By some estimates, Maine has the highest property tax rates, on average, in the country. Property taxes are used, along with other sources, to pay for K-12 education. According to U.S. News, in 2024 Maine’s K-12 rankings are 50th, out of 50 states. These two data points don’t make any sense. Why should we pay […]
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Marcia Homstead: Rotundo is ‘an effective voice’ for Lewiston
I write to express my support for Peggy Rotundo for state Senate. Peggy has been an effective voice for the people of Lewiston. As chair of the Legislature’s budget committee, she helped craft a bipartisan budget that included support for mental health treatment programs, preserving education funding, supporting nursing facilities and veterans’ homes, and funding […]
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James Sorcek: Bickford is ‘an advocate for the people’
I’ve been involved in politics since 2010. I’ve been an activist, candidate, party official. What I appreciate about Bruce Bickford is that he realizes that the job of a state representative, or hopefully in his case a state senator, is to be an advocate for the people. To be their neighbor and their voice in […]
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Mark Blaquiere: Lance has what Maine needs as a representative
I have served as fire chief for the town of Paris since 2019. I’m writing to recommend Michael Lance for Maine House District 79. In May 2022, Michael joined the Paris Fire Department to serve the members and visitors of his community. He has been, and continues to be, an invaluable asset to our public […]
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Richard Whiting: U.S. Rep. Golden is a bridge to both parties
I support U.S. Rep. Jared Golden for Congress because he has common sense, doesn’t care about “optics” or the “party line,” and is one of too few in Congress trying to wrestle with America’s gigantic debt problem. Note: The Clinton administration was the last to balance the budget; presidents of both parties have run up […]