Two and a half years ago, after writing many letters to our elected officials, I talked to a Sen. Susan Collins staffer concerning the coming world calamity — a calamity which would be brought about by “corrupt capitalistic regimes.” I cited a litany of reasons and actions by our and other corrupt governments which would […]

I have voted for Greg Foster in the past, as he stands up for the values I care most about: our constitutional freedoms, less government, faith and the traditional family. After personally meeting him recently, and having a lengthy conversation about where we are as a state and nation,  I am even more confident that […]

Rep. Kristen Cloutier is a lifelong resident of Lewiston. She has worn many hats and is committed to serving all Lewiston residents. Kristen is a good listener and is dedicated, and she has a proven track record. Let’s send Kristen Cloutier back to Augusta on Nov. 8. Rita Lajoie, Lewiston

During the Lewiston City Council’s Sept. 20 meeting, Councilor Scott Harriman asked why we needed a buffer zone. The question was swept under the rug, and the motion continued. Despite the fact city councilors disagreed with the buffer zones, they compromised and approved a 250-foot buffer zone between schools, day cares and homeless shelters. The […]

I recently met and spoke with Neil McLean. I believe he’s best qualified to be the next district attorney for Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties. Although this is an elected position, the importance of this job transcends politics. Qualifications matter. McLean is not running to fill a spot for a political party. He has a […]

Rep. Kristen Cloutier’s extensive record of public service in Lewiston demonstrates that she’s committed to learning everything she can about the important issues impacting the lives of Lewiston residents. From economic security to schools, workforce development, and housing, Kristen is working collaboratively to achieve results. Without a doubt, Kristen listens to her constituents, including often […]

According to the Sept. 16 Wall Street Journal, Portland, Maine, is one of four hot real estate markets in the country. Auburn is 36 miles away. Why Mayor Jason Levesque refuses to capitalize on the proximity to Portland rather than dragging Auburn’s image down with labels like “blue collar utopia” defies economic sense. Auburn is […]

One of my primary concerns in the coming election is how to affect a change in the cost of electricity in Maine. As retired consumers living in a rural area, my husband and I have been negatively affected by a very large increase in our electric bill. The introduction of solar farms has been somewhat […]

I call attention to retired and working educators in MainePERS. In 2011 Gov. Paul LePage and state Treasurer Bruce Poliquin led the charge to lower pensions received by retired people in MainePERS. LePage, Poliquin and Republicans cut, capped and froze the earned benefits. This resulted in capping the cost-of-living-adjustment at 3% (9.1% this year). COLA […]

I’m wondering how a veteran with a distinguished record, one Reality Winner (yes, that is a real person) got five years in jail, for one file removal from a secure place. Could it be the law pertains only to people not named Donald Trump? So far it has, for over 70 years and counting. The […]