I heartily encourage citizens of Paris to support the select board in their effort to totally “reorganize” the fire department and go all-volunteer by insisting that the board adopt a plan citizens of Scotland have for their highlands. In those areas of Scotland, few home, farms and businesses exist. But never mind that. Here’s how […]
Letters
Letters to the editor of the Sun Journal.
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Rea prioritizes education
Since meeting Alicia Rea more than two years ago, I have been continually impressed by her work ethic and critical thinking on the Lewiston Education Fund Board while balancing her career, graduate school and volunteer commitments. In recent months, she has taken the lead on an additional project — our largest fall fundraiser — to […]
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Cloutier represents her constituents
Kristen Cloutier has done an outstanding job of listening, representing the people of Ward 5 and getting things done. We have developed a good relationship during these years, where any topic of concern, interest or future events, etc., can be discussed. Cloutier is very personable, open minded, not agenda oriented and wants very much to […]
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Spending has gotten out of control
Ever hear the expression “save for a rainy day”? Well, guess what? It’s raining and flooding. And guess what? There are no savings to fall back on. I guess the U.S. Congress never heard that saying. They have been spending and overspending to the point of borrowing to spend more, leaving this country in unimaginable […]
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Cayer provides thoughtful leadership
The election for the mayor of Lewiston will soon be here. Mark Cayer is a vote for experience and dedication. He was a well-respected member of the Lewiston Police Department and has served on the City Council for six years. Cayer has a vision to take this community in the right direction. With his unwavering […]
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Questions for Poliquin
MoveOn invited Rep. Bruce Poliquin to attend a small “town hall” gathering in Norway on Aug. 31, but he did not attend. It was organized specifically for local residents to have a chance to speak with him. I have questions I hoped he would answer: If he doesn’t believe that every U.S. citizen has a […]
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Shouldn't be allowed to unionize
There is a big difference between private-sector employees and public-sector (government) employees (school teachers, firefighters, police, etc.). That difference means that public-sector employees should not be allowed to unionize. With respect to private-sector employees, there is a balance of interests when business owners negotiate employment contracts with their employees. Employers have to decide whether or […]
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Cloutier will build economy
As a resident of Ward 5 in Lewiston, I could not be more appreciative that Kristen Cloutier is requesting a third term on the City Council. Last term, she was elected council president, demonstrating the respect and appreciation earned from her peers. One of her many strengths is excellent communication, including listening intently and responding […]
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Support for Green Dot movement
We have recently seen violence on American streets in several communities — violence initiated by white supremacists who would like an all white nation. They are opposed to Jews, blacks and all immigrants. I was pleased to read in the Sun Journal about the “Green Dot” movement (Aug. 16). Green Dot is a nationally recognized […]
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Poliquin avoids media, constituents
This is in response to a front-page article (Aug. 26) about Rep. Bruce Poliquin’s careful avoidance of the press, so as not to give the media any ammunition against him. In the article, he stated that it would be “stupid” of him to speak to the media. He avoids his constituents in the same way. […]