At a time when negative campaign ads are the norm, and Democrats and Republicans are fighting like cats and dogs, it is refreshing to have such an array of candidates in Franklin County who are willing to rise above the fray, work together and really listen to their constituents. It is nice to have choices […]

I encourage voters in District 64 (parts of Auburn and Minot) to reelect Bettyann Sheats to the Maine House. Bettyann is a West Point graduate and former Army helicopter pilot; I am a Marine Corps Vietnam veteran and fellow legislator. Her dedication to working on veterans’ issues is exemplary, and veterans benefit from her voice […]

If you are earning $12 per hour rather than $7.50, thank Gina Melaragno for her leadership in raising Maine’s minimum wage. Gina is a working person’s best friend. Her leadership was recognized by the Maine AFL-CIO for this work. She worked to bring her bill to a referendum, where Maine people voted to make it […]

Human experiences, by their very nature, are unpredictable. I have known Jan Collins for over 40 years as a teacher, colleague, and friend, and she has consistently exemplified the ideal of making a positive difference. I saw Jan “in action” as I drove her around Wilton, Farmington, and Jay, and watched her campaign from door […]

Global warming concerns or alarms a large majority of Americans. 2020 data from the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication indicates that 72% of Americans believe global warming is happening, and 71% believe it will harm future generations as well as plants and animals. Citizens with these concerns must vote Donald Trump out of office. […]

I am writing in strong support of Eddie Hastings for Franklin County sheriff. For the past almost 40 years I have observed him evolve from a youngster to a seasoned professional. He is clearly dedicated to the people of our region — showing talent, tenacity, innovation, and creativity, not only as a firefighter but also, […]

Reasons we urge voters to remove Susan Collins from office: She supported the 2017 Tax Act, benefiting corporations while threatening Social Security and Medicare; She voted to confirm the president’s judicial nominees despite their lack of qualifications, and most notably for Brett Kavanaugh, who clearly demonstrated lack of integrity and emotional stability during his hearing; […]

Lewiston is not where I grew up, but is now where I lovingly call home. I feel grateful that our city has such a strong advocate in Rep. Kristen Cloutier (District 60). She is willing to sit down and have honest conversations about the problems we face as a community. Many issues we face will […]

I write this letter in support of Sara Gideon to represent all of the citizens of the state of Maine in the U.S. Senate this coming fall. I feel she has done an excellent job in the Maine Senate and we definitely need someone to represent the people of Maine better than we have been […]

People have been misled about the so-called tax break for the middle class that Sen. Collins has been bragging about. That little extra money in people’s paycheck is only temporary; it will soon go away, but the tax cut for the wealthy is permanent. The national debt has tripled under the great businessman, Donald Trump. […]