Students should be thanked for insisting that the public hears them when they say they wish to feel safe, while they try to study. It is their job. and they need to come to adulthood well prepared for the challenges they will meet. In addition, adults should want those students to be safe and do […]
Letters
Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
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An exceptional production
Bravo to the Nezinscot Valley Music and Drama Dept. for a stellar musical production of “Anything Goes” by Cole Porter, performed at the Buckfield Junior/Senior High School March 30. During these turbulent times of school violence and uncertainty, it was truly a heart-warming experience to observe such joyful coordinated efforts of the cast, along with […]
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A safety plan for school children
If I were charged with developing the best safety plan for school children in Maine, I would ask the National Rifle Association and the National Association of Social Workers to work together to devise a plan. The NASW would be asked to prepare a plan for early identification and treatment of students who were showing […]
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Stand up for Mainers
I am deeply concerned about the new federal tax cut that will mostly hurt women, children and people with disabilities. I started my career working with children from my community who have mental disabilities, and my work inspires me to advocate more and help people with special needs. My work career also led me to […]
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Students restoring pride in America
I love guns. I look at them the same way that some people look at paintings. I admire their craftsmanship and design. Things like a schnabel forend, twin barrels, or just the simplicity of a break-down single barrel merits my wonder and appreciation. It distresses me to see the mess the National Rifle Association has […]
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Holy Savior School closing
Last year, St. Dominic’s took over the operation of the Holy Savior School in Rumford. Parishioners and parents of children who attend the school were told that would benefit curriculum offerings. Imagine the surprise, shortly after notices were sent home to register for the 2018-2019 school year, we find out the school will be closing. […]
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Poliquin hasn't gotten the message
My son and I were forced to go without insurance for a year due to policies supported by Rep. Bruce Poliquin. Fortunately, my son remained in good health, but I was not so lucky. I had a tooth with a cavity that got infected and had to miss days of work due to pain. That […]
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Keep America strong and free
I thank MSNBC. On Saturday, March 24, it showed the young people’s March For Our Lives with no commercial interruption. Those young people have strong and powerful voices and are not afraid to speak out. I look forward to seeing them someday take over the U.S. Congress and the presidency. One spoke of “coming together, […]
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Don't forget the human element
Don’t panic. Just remember, murder is against the law in America. Also, without the human element, lethal weapons never kill living creatures. Janet Kinney, Jay
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Ned Claxton a good listener
I am thrilled to learn that Ned Claxton is running for the Maine state Senate District 20. I have known him for more than 30 years, in Auburn at his family practice office and then at CMMC with the Family Practice Residency Program. The traits of a good family practice physician are the ability to […]