I first met Laurel Libby when we met to collect signatures together for a referendum question on a July day. It was my first day out — she showed me the ropes, had confidence in me, and encouraged me. By September I had gotten nearly 700 signatures. Not her 4,002, but more than I ever […]

I have had the pleasure of knowing Misty Coolidge for 22 years. One day she told me she was going to start one of her, now many, businesses here in New Gloucester, and that she also decided to buy a home here in town for her growing family. I was thrilled and knew she’d be […]

After noting dark money popping up on Facebook in the form of ads supporting incumbent Democrats Claxton and Sheats, I wanted to see how much dark money has been spent in addition to the Maine “Clean” Election funds that each received. What I found was nothing that really shocked me. As of last week, Sheats […]

Kristen Cloutier is the best candidate for representative for House District 60. I have seen her in roles as mayor of Lewiston, City Council president and as my representative in the past. Her willingness to listen and consider different positions is one of her many strengths. Kristen has strong economic goals, including increases to transportation […]

I support Ned Claxton for re-election to state Senate District 20. Ned is a retired family physician who owned a family medical practice. As a small business owner he knows firsthand the issues of running a small business and being a job creator in Maine. Ned is a leader on Maine’s health care issues, sponsoring […]

I’m writing in support of Dave Duguay for Oxford County commissioner, in regard to his character. I’ve known Dave for many years through my friendship with his daughter, Angie. Also, I work with his wife, Patty, to promote and coordinate recycling in our community. Dave always greets me with a smile and brightens my day […]

I support Dave Duguay to be re-elected as Oxford County commissioner. I have observed Dave in action as he has carried out his duties competently and professionally over many years. His record speaks for itself. His actions and decisions have always put the well-being of the citizens of Oxford County front and center. Dave has […]

I encourage each eligible voter to choose our own Scott Landry on Nov. 3 to continue to represent our community in state House District 113. It has been my good fortune to know Scott since we moved here to Farmington. He continues to demonstrate the character and competence of an inclusive team leader and is […]

There’s much that I like about Susan Collins. She’s a Maine native, born and raised in Caribou. When elected she will become the ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and become its new chairperson. This committee is the most powerful in the U.S. Senate. With her leadership this will bode well for Maine. The […]

I’m so grateful to live in a country where I can express my thoughts. I am so grateful that President Trump signed an executive order promoting free speech and religious liberty that freed ministers and priests from retribution from the U.S. Treasury Department if they spoke out on social issues, diluting the Johnson Amendment. I […]