Recently, there has been a lot of public hand-wringing by the conservative commentariat, warning voters about the angry “mob” mentality taking over the Democratic Party. Mainstream Democrats are now branded radical activists by this narrative, “questioning the legitimacy of core elements of our system.” (Rich Lowry, Sun Journal, Oct. 16). Meanwhile, several Republican candidates for […]
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Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
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People have created a mess
Disasters around the world remind me of the plagues of Egypt in biblical times. In my opinion, people have created the chaos that exists, so why blame God? People build houses on floodplains or too near rivers or the ocean. Exhaust gases from airplanes, factories, rockets going into outer space mix with other chemicals in […]
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A vital service for the elderly
I am supporting Question 1 in November, the home care initiative. I believe that all Maine senior citizens and people who live with disabilities should be able to stay at home, where they are most comfortable and where they can be near loved ones. Currently, my mother is taking care of my great-aunt full-time. She […]
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Who has the most credulity?
Elizabeth Warren has been severely criticized in the news for being tested and proving she has Native American blood. Nowhere do I see that she claims to be Native American. Why do people care so much? Is it not a compliment to want to be so? President Trump has mocked Warren, calling her “Pocahontas,” laughing […]
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Janet Mills has what is needed
I write in support of Janet Mills for governor. I support her because she has acted with consistent integrity and wisdom as attorney general of Maine, in the face of constant belittling and attacks from the current governor. I have no doubt that integrity in that position will translate to integrity as governor. I support […]
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Time for change in leadership
Maine native Stephanie LeBlanc’s campaign for House of Representatives provides people with a highly qualified, dynamic candidate running to replace Fran Head. Sadly, Head has declined to participate in community efforts to host a public forum in Bethel to meet the candidates. Why deny voters the opportunity to ask questions and compare candidates? As director […]
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Great slate of candidates
The public has an important opportunity — and civic duty — coming up with the next election. Many issues are important — health care, opportunity and good education for all — but after the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s 700-page report from scientists in 91 nations, it became obvious to me that the environment has […]
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Voters have a choice to make
Mainers are independent by nature. That is probably why people voted for ranked choice voting. But because of legislative procedures, voters won’t be able to use RCV for the upcoming governor’s election. Or can they? I am grateful to all the candidates for running and being willing to take on the hard work of governing […]
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Colburn will find long-term solutions
New thinking and fresh ideas are needed in Augusta. Party ideology and special interests haven’t served the public well. People must focus on long-term challenges and not get stuck in trade-off thinking. Economic and environmental issues can co-exist. Health care and financial security need not conflict. Short-term savings and long-term investment are each necessary. Who […]
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Handy shouldn't get a single vote
I was astonished when I read the legislative profile of my elected representative from House District 58. Rep. James Handy claims in his profile that he supports voter ID. Huh? Handy voted to kill all of the following: • LD121 “To Require Photographic Identification to Vote”; • LD155 “To Protect Voting Integrity by Establishing a […]