The past few weeks have been dark in this nation as facts battled feelings, and a process that should have focused on professional aptitude focused instead on “he said, she said.” Above the political turmoil, Sen. Susan Collins rose to give a powerful and convincing speech in defense of Brett Kavanaugh. Despite roars of disapproval, […]
Letters
Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
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Foster an advocate for landowners
Greg Foster is running for the Maine House of Representatives in District 66, which includes parts of Poland, Raymond and Casco. Foster is a thoughtful and conscientious advocate for landowners. His many years as a forester, landowner and member of the Raymond Conservation Commission have prepared him well to serve in the Maine Legislature. He […]
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Country cannot afford Poliquin
As a veteran, I take issue with Bruce Poliquin’s attacks on the character and commitment of Jared Golden. Golden is the best candidate to represent the 2nd District in the U.S. Congress. As a real resident of the district, he is in touch with residents’ problems and needs. As a war veteran, he has proven […]
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Political messages becoming hysterical
Folks are getting a lot of political messages these days via mail, email, television, roadside signs and so forth. One can find some hysteria on both sides of the aisle, but lately some of the messages from the Republican side have become hilarious or alarming — take your pick. This just came from the FedUp […]
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National carbon tax needed, now
Special interest, conspiracy, fraud, hypocrite, elite. Those words trigger people to react in different ways depending on individual values and cultural identity. There is only so much information anyone’s mind can process; therefore, people take mental shortcuts in this information-crazy world. It pays to step back and treat some information differently. The Intergovernmental Panel on […]
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Mills will address important issues
Conservative, progressive, liberal, moderate, independent — I am tired of labels. Maine needs a governor who is forward-thinking with solid Maine values — values rooted in history; someone who can wrap her head around the need for economic growth, health care for every Mainer, an educational system that is both excellent and affordable; an infrastructure […]
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Proud of Sen. Susan Collins
The confirmation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court has exposed the level to which some people in this society will stoop to attack someone with whom they disagree. Honor is rarely seen in these types of tribal wars, which is when true character comes to light. Unlike her counterparts, Sen. Susan Collins took […]
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Political ads cannot be trusted
I hate commercials, but I hate political advertisements even more. What upsets me so much is that the candidate should be telling us about who they are and reasons to vote for them. But the focus is more about discrediting in any way, fact or fiction, their opponent. That is a waste of everyone’s time […]
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Our choices for the next election
My husband, Bob Mennealy, and I were saddened to return from a long Columbus Day weekend to find our mailbox filled with propaganda from Eric Brakey and Ellie Espling. Espling is trying to win Brakey’s seat in the Maine Senate, while Brakey is attempting to unseat Angus King in the U.S. Senate. We are registered […]
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Community colleges provide a path
Maine’s community colleges are a smart investment, and they have demonstrated that they can provide a high-quality education at a low cost. This Nov. 6, voters will have a chance to invest in community colleges by voting “yes” on Question 5. A “yes” vote on Question 5 will invest $15 million to improve educational opportunities […]