I am endorsing Bruce Bryant for the Maine State Senate, District 19. He has previously held the position of state representative and state senator. In these positions he worked to improve the educational opportunities for our students; the wages and rights of those who work in our educational system; the wages and rights of Rumford […]
Letters
Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
Patrick Eisenhart: Americans better be scared
Whether Donald Trump wins, Republican plans are an assault on the “Deep State,” identified as tens of thousands of federal civil service workers who they plan to replace with Trump appointees such as those in the Department of Justice. And fire at will. Trump’s plan to massively expand his power is detailed online, in Agenda47. […]
Craig Saddlemire: Cloutier a ‘strong advocate’ for Maine’s urgent housing needs
Kristen Cloutier has done a fantastic job representing her constituents in Lewiston. She has been a strong advocate for addressing Maine’s urgent housing needs. From affordable apartments to resources for the unhoused community, she was a key player in making sure that we are doing our best to house every Mainer in a safe and […]
Tim McCloskey: Rep. Libby opens gun rights to marijuana users
Before last summer, it was illegal for people addicted to drugs or legal marijuana users to own or possess a firearm in Maine. But Auburn’s Rep. Laurel Libby sponsored a bill allowing individuals who lawfully use or possess cannabis to carry guns. There are plenty of decent, law-abiding people who own and use guns, and […]
Lou Giard: It’s up to us to use the power of the vote
These days there’s so much hate and damage to people and our environment caused by our politicians and other people that simply don’t care. They are only interested in money and power. I believe that this November we need to encourage each other to vote. It’s very important to let our representatives know how we feel. The […]
Eileen Broderick: Bryant will be a strong voice for our rural schools
I am writing in support of Bruce Bryant. He is running for State Senator for District 19. As a retired educator, I know he will be a strong voice for our rural schools. He has a proven track record supporting our schools. He visited my school to read to our students. It is especially important […]
Kyle Gray: A democratic or authoritarian scheme?
Congressman Jared Golden recently said this upcoming election “should not be misleadingly portrayed as a struggle between democracy or authoritarianism,” and that assertions to the contrary are “hyperbolic threats.” I put it to the congressman to answer the following for his constituents: what are we to call a scheme whereby a sitting president — under […]
Ellen Field: Contrasting Biden and Trump
Donald Trump is a financial criminal who abuses women and constantly lies. Declining mentally, he praised fictional killer Hannibal Lector, said stealth bombers are literally invisible, that injecting bleach might cure COVID, and that he’d rather be electrocuted than killed by a shark. His speeches have always been designed to rile people up (Jan. 6, […]
Barbara McAllister: Lewiston fortunate to have Sen. Rotundo
The Lewiston community is fortunate to have Peggy Rotundo willing to lend her experience, expertise and tireless work ethic to Senate District 21. Among her numerous recent accomplishments, she supported expansion of the paid apprenticeship program and free community college tuition for 2024 and 2025 high school graduates. Peggy has always been a strong supporter […]
Peter Cook: Rep. Libby ‘is leading a wave of change’
I am writing to endorse Rep. Laurel Libby’s candidacy for reelection. She has an unparalleled track record in standing up for her constituents and the people of Maine. As a former nurse and disaster relief worker, she understands personal hardship. She is compassionate. She listens to the people in her district and works for the […]