Judith Meyer
Judith Meyer is executive editor of the Sun Journal, Kennebec Journal, the Morning Sentinel and the Western Maine weekly newspapers of the Sun Media Group. She serves as vice president of the Maine Freedom of Information Coalition and is a member of the Right to Know Advisory Committee to the Legislature. A journalist since 1990 and former editorial page editor for the Sun Journal, she was named Maine’s Journalist of the Year in 2003. She serves on the New England Newspaper & Press Association Board of Directors and was the 2018 recipient of the Judith Vance Weld Brown Spirit of Journalism Award by the New England Society of Newspaper Editors. A fellow of the National Press Foundation and the Knight Center for Specialized Journalism, she attended George Washington University, lives in Auburn with her husband, Phil, and is an active member of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Nick Gagnon: Just some things to consider about Auburn police response
In response to “Unsafe driving in Auburn” published on July 5, instead of debating with the author, I would like to simply ask a few questions in response. First, does anyone think this is a problem unique to Auburn? I would suggest it is everywhere. Second, would it be reasonable think when a driver sees […]
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Mary Hunter: Lack of resources compromises needs of students
Schools in Lewiston serve an astonishing variety of needs. They push the most able and curious students to greater achievements (witness the state champion mock trial team), teach basic life skills to special needs students, provide meals and other goods to students who cannot get these at home, offer counseling to traumatized and otherwise challenged […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Daniel Poisson: La Judice will make a difference in our community
I’ve known Tony La Judice for about six years. After much deliberation, he’s running for Auburn School Committee at-large in Tuesday’s special election. We’ve talked about many issues over the years and I’m pleased he’s decided to commit his time and effort to make a difference in our community. I fully support Tony and I […]
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Froma Harrop: Democrats will be OK if they want to
The Democrats should both fight and explain.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Rich Lowry: Nikki Haley is still the strongest VP pick
Haley would have every incentive to be loyal, unless the wheels come off during the campaign or a second term — and if the wheels come off, Haley’s posture would be the least of Trump’s troubles.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Joe Voisine: We must find a way to oust career politicians
In November, voters will decide which of the two presidential nominees will represent America. Some politicians on both sides seem uncertain. Millions of dollars in advertising will be spent in order to keep their party in control. I firmly believe that the undecided voters will decide the winner. Unlike small towns where voters have a […]
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Michael Boom: Knock. Knock. Humanity is calling
Sometimes, pipedreams can lead to big things. Imagine a world where we can all agree, that each and every one of us gives back to making the human condition a thing to prioritize in life itself. This tiny planet is crying out for water, food, shelter and whatever else is left to fight over until […]