We are voting for candidates who’ll either uphold the founding fathers’ vision of America (Trump) or will turn it into a socialist nation (Biden). We’ve seen in true history (not what is commonly taught in schools, unfortunately) that socialism doesn’t work. Look at China, Russia, and Venezuela. Socialists say things that sound good, but they […]

I am very liberal, and urge Democrats to vote, unanimously, to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Allow me to explain. Our history has almost universally respected the president’s right to fill vacancies to the court. The process should work to block only the most extreme nominees. On Jan. 20, 1801, after […]

I was born in Lewiston and spent my early days in Lisbon. My company, Patagonia, has had a store in Freeport since 1988, and I care deeply about Maine. Its special character relies on the independent culture of its people and the health of its land and waters. Sen. Collins has demonstrated inconsistent environmental leadership. […]

I am pleased to share with the community my support for Sen. Nate Libby’s bid for re-election. Nate is not an unknown. In fact, he served two terms as a city councilor, one term as a state House representative, and now he serves all of Lewiston representing us as District 21 senator. I first met […]

If you are not happy with the results of the 2016 election, vote for Joe Biden. In 2016, too many people did not want to vote for Hillary Clinton, many cast their vote for an alternative candidate who had no chance of winning, and way too many citizens did not vote at all. The only […]

The voters of House District 116 have an opportunity to elect a state representative who will have their interests in mind at the state Legislature. Chris Berryment will be an independent voice for our area, a young man who returned to the River Valley after college and is dedicated to the working middle class and […]

The budget that is currently being developed by Gov. Mills is facing a shortfall of funds by close to $1 billion. The next Legislature will be facing serious budgetary issues. Maine will need experienced people to navigate through these rough financial waters. Sawin Millett and I served six years together in the Maine House and […]

Rep. Margaret Craven is running again for her District 59 seat. She is a strong advocate for fairness and justice, as well as a thoughtful decision-maker who listens to, and cares deeply about, her constituents. I have had the privilege of working with Margaret on several issues and projects in Augusta. On one occasion, I […]