How ironic that in her recent flier, Laurel Libby states that “unlike others” she will work to increase health care benefits. Ha. As a Republican whose party has opposed health care initiatives, she would now like to hijack the work of Democrats like Bettyann Sheats, our current state representative, who has already fought that fight […]

I looked at a sample ballot this week for Franklin County, and noticed that Eddie Hastings, who is running for sheriff, has the words “Preferred Candidate — Independent” under his name. What does that mean, and why or how did he become a “preferred candidate”? Here’s what I found out. Under Title 21-A, 354(1): Unenrolled […]

Maine’s beauty and unmatched bounty is Lisa Keim’s message month after month. She speaks to her constituents, her people, with a calm, uplifting voice, never avoiding the difficult issues but pointing us beyond the ugliness to our rights as Mainers. She stands firm in her beliefs, always defending us, encouraging, and supporting our rights. Lisa’s […]

Former New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew was a Democrat who switched to the Republican Party last year. Why? Because he was told by Democratic leaders he had to vote to impeach the president, or his “no” vote could result in heavy political consequences for him personally. Why don’t more Democrats follow? Coercion is wrong. […]

As both constituent and medical professional, I strongly support Rep. Bettyann Sheats for House District 64. She richly deserves her reputation as a public health candidate and community advocate. Her approach is well researched and science-based. She championed the Kids Safe Products Act banning BPA from baby bottles. She has worked to get hormone-disrupting PFAs […]

During these unprecedented times in our state, we need representatives in Augusta who have the experience and understanding to guide us through these uncertain times. I hope voters join me and my family in supporting Rick Bennett for Senate. Rick has that experience and the ability to bring people together for the common good. Having […]

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 […]