In Lewiston’s runoff mayoral election, I will again proudly vote for Carl Sheline. He has shown that he is devoted to Lewiston and actively fosters a sense of greater community. In this diverse city, it is vital to keep a mayor who supports and stands with all its citizens, and who shows up for various […]
Letters
Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
Susan Longchamps: Sheline offers ‘unwavering commitment’ to Lewiston
I wholeheartedly endorse Carl Sheline for Lewiston mayor. His unwavering commitment to our community speaks volumes. He actively engages with local events, supports small businesses, and champions our city on social media and in the news. Carl’s consistent presence at local events underscores his genuine love for our city. His dedication to daily involvement reflects […]
Kim Craig: Connor would provide leadership Lewiston needs
We need a mayor who can collaborate with others and values Lewiston as a whole city — all of its businesses, residents, and every one of its wards. We can no longer ignore the dangers on our streets, and we need to make changes so Lewiston can thrive. This fall, Jon Connor came to my […]
Rep. Sheila Lyman: 988 suicide hotline bill close to becoming reality
In the 131st Legislature, I submitted a bipartisan bill, L.D. 1263, to help save the lives of students. It adds the 988 number for the Suicide and Crisis Hotline to school ID cards and requires all public and charter schools and all public and private universities that already issue student IDs to include the 988 […]
Joshua Nagine: ‘Mayor Sheline is invested in Lewiston’s present and future’
I’ll be casting my vote for Carl Sheline in Lewiston’s mayoral runoff, and I encourage others to as well. Mayor Sheline has done much more than just his job for the past two years. A staunch advocate for our city as Lewiston’s “head cheerleader,” he has worn through a couple thousand miles of shoe leather […]
Arthur Wing: Repeal Maine’s monopoly law on mental health services
Tragic events in our community have made it clear: shortages of mental health services have reached a crisis point. So why do we still have monopoly laws that block the expansion of mental health services? It is time for reform — and Rep. Laurel Libby has submitted legislation in Augusta to make a difference. Here […]
Stan Tetenman: Dangerous Trump
Huey Long was the governor of Louisiana from 1928-1932. When a legislator accused him of doing things that were unconstitutional, he replied, “I’m the constitution around here now.” Donald Trump has said he wants to ignore our Constitution. He said he wants to purge current government employees and replace them with those loyal to him. […]
David Chittim: Sheline would continue good works if reelected mayor
Carl Sheline is a steadfast advocate for and promoter of the city of Lewiston. As a local business owner, he is vitally and personally interested in the economic well-being of the city. His near-daily presence downtown and his accessibility are hallmarks of his term as mayor, which saw many of his innovative initiatives stymied by […]
Michael Roy: Sheline is ‘the shining star that Lewiston needs’
Lewiston voters should ask themselves what a mayor does and what they feel a mayor should do. I feel a mayor is supposed to bring community together and promote community events and small business in this city, along with leading the City Council. I feel Carl Sheline has been that mayor. Carl has been a […]
Michael Boom: Yellow, red flag laws need teeth in order to work
Driving a car is serious business. If we mess up, our license to drive will be revoked. Nobody wants dangerous drivers on the road, and rightly so. Nobody wants dangerous people possessing guns that pose a danger to all of us. Yellow and red flag laws must have teeth if they are going to work. […]