Melissa Simones Landry is a candidate for Androscoggin County commissioner District 2, a part of Lewiston. She knows the area. She is a native of Androscoggin County. She is well-educated and experienced in governmental functions. Civic minded, she has served as a member of the board of L-A Museum, as well as a member of […]
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Support for John Reeder
I am writing in support of Dr. John Reeder’s candidacy for the Maine House of Representatives. Dr. Reeder has practiced in Lewiston for many years. He has treated thousands of Lewiston and Auburn residents with great diligence and care. As a citizen, he expended countless hours in creating and operating the Great Falls Balloon Festival […]
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RCV and the November election
Whether you like or dislike ranked-choice voting, don’t forget that there will be two voting formats on the November ballot: One-vote voting choice for those serving in Augusta, with ranked-choice voting for those hoping to serve in Washington. For governor of Maine, there will be four candidates, but voters will be allowed to make only […]
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Hayes the best hope for unity
I have a list of qualities I feel people should look for in selecting a governor. The top state leader must place the needs of the people of Maine ahead of the desires of any party affiliations. The governor needs to be skilled at crossing the aisle and of promoting thoughtful compromise. The governor should […]
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Lachance a strong voice for Lewiston
The residents of District 61 are so fortunate to have an individual such as Michael Lachance running for office. Not only is he caring, hard-working, dedicated and honest, but he has a proven track record. As a former city councilor, Lachance put all of his energy into working for the betterment of his constituents and […]
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Mills is the obvious choice
The contest for governor in Maine could not be more important. Janet Mills has expertly served as a county attorney, a legislator and as Maine’s attorney general. Mills is pro-education. While Shawn Moody may have expertly run several body shops, he has reportedly stated that Maine schools are overfunded. Maine voters have voted for increased […]
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Seek for creative solutions
During this election season, people need to bear in mind the attitude of candidates toward enacting policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat accelerating planetary warming. There are several market-based ideas aimed at curbing carbon emissions currently under discussion by members of Congress from both parties, industry leaders and climate activists, who find common […]
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Chace supports the senior citizens
My wife and I are old Maine Yankees, 86 years of age. Age gives one special insight that younger people have yet to gain and, therefore, we support the candidacy of Paul Chace of legislative District 46, which covers North Yarmouth, Durham and part of Pownal. Chace has always been supportive of our communications with […]
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Cloutier is prepared and available
In my prior public administration career, I was prohibited by my profession’s code of ethics to publicly support anyone running for office (both nationally and internationally). Now that I am retired, I am very pleased to now publicly support Kristen Cloutier’s candidacy as the next state representative in Lewiston’s House District 60. During Cloutier’s tenure […]
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Ellie Espling the best qualified
I endorse Rep. Ellie Espling for the state Senate seat being vacated by my son, Sen. Eric Brakey. He is running for the U.S. Senate. For eight years, Espling has served with distinction in the state Legislature. During that time, she moved into a leadership position and has been an effective and principled leader. She […]