The candidates for federal and state offices all talk about the cost of medical insurance and health care. All appear in favor of lowering the costs; however, there are two aspects of the Republicans’ claims that are disingenuous. They have proposed outright repeal of the Affordable Care Act and have been slowly gutting it by […]
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Give thanks to the Democrats
The Republican 2019 proposed budget is out. It contains more big tax cuts for corporations and banks and small tax cuts for working class families. It includes cuts to Social Security, Medicare Medicaid and veterans benefits. They also plan to raise the age for Medicare benefits to start at 67 instead of 65. Republican Bruce […]
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Imagine a nation with courtesy, respect
In a perfect world, Ned Claxton would be cloned. Imagine a state which could be managed with kindness, not discord and bickering. Imagine a nation where courtesy and respect would overpower bellicosity and belligerence. Imagine the nation our forefathers intended it to be. Ned Claxton is the kind of man needed today. Please vote. Anne […]
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Mills the perfect match for Maine
Janet Mills has my vote, my support and my thanks for running for governor of Maine in these challenging and turbulent times. She is the perfect match for the job. She has the smarts, the experience, the strength and the vision needed at this important turning point for the state. Mills loves Maine, respects the […]
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Vote red to save Constitution
I can’t wait to vote on Nov. 6. I believe this will be another mind-blowing defeat for the Democratic Party. People have resorted to threats and mob violence in the past few months, and it has only hurt their party. Watching people trying to tear open the doors at the Supreme Court was unreal. I […]
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Listening a powerful skill
Ned Claxton has an answer to polarization in politics. He won’t engage in defense of ideological positions. Instead, he will work against that very idea by listening — a skill that has served him well as a family doctor and one sorely needed in Augusta. In a time of political rancor, listening is a necessary […]
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Young professionals won't come here
Question 1? People need to use some common sense. This is the second time Mainers have targeted young professionals and small businesses as an income source to support people’s needs. Maine is a beautiful state, and it should fight to maintain a healthy economy. Instead, residents persist in driving young professionals and small businesses out […]
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Support for Question 1 makes sense
My sister and I were primary caregivers for my mother for almost 20 years. She counted herself fortunate to live in her home until she was 95, then in a small apartment until she passed at almost 98. A private person, her greatest fear was that she might have to go to a nursing home […]
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Vote 'yes' on Question 5
The community colleges are an important and necessary asset to their communities. Most of our work force comes from the community college system. The students fill highly skilled jobs in machining and administrative roles and are compensated with good pay and benefits. Voting “yes” on Question 5 will help to expand access to qualified employees […]
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Golden, Mills have solid track record
I write in strong support of Jared Golden and Janet Mills. I have served with both in the Maine Legislature and watched them build a track record of independence and accomplishment. They are not afraid to do what is right or to hold themselves accountable to the people they represent.Their courage has been tested on […]