To the Editor: First responders are dedicated to the health, well-being, and public safety, the COVID-19 pandemic has created some major challenges. Daily, whether responding to calls or working at local testing sites, we are constantly in danger of exposure, and our families are too. However, we are a critical part of Maine’s, and the […]
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District needs Ken Morse
To the Editor: This upcoming election is undoubtedly one of the most important in generations as many crises collide to threaten the health and well-being of all Mainers and the planet itself. Maine is on the right track to lead the nation in bold climate action and managing the health crisis brought on by the […]
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Blastow for 72
To the Editor: I am writing in support of Jennifer Blastow who is running for Maine State House District 72. I have known Jen for 25 years. She is honest, dependable,and will be a strong advocate for affordable health care, our environment, and local small businesses. She is devoted to her family, her job as […]
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SS, Medicare: Where do candidates stand?
To the Editor: Re: Ruby Parker’s letter of September 24, 2020, which was exactly on target. Unfortunately, neither the print media nor television has been able to get hard answers to exactly where Donald Trump stands on social security or medicare for more than one news cycle. He moves around. Both subjects are critical interest […]
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Opportunity for progress
To the Editor: In a matter of days, the 2020 presidential election will occur. In addition, the peoples of Maine will also be electing their regional representatives to serve them in Augusta. On of these citizens seeking election is the highly educated and service-minded citizen of the town of Oxford, Rick Bennett. Rick is not […]
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In support of Branch
To the Editor: Yes, I am an enthusiastic supporter of Katey Branch for State Senate (District 19) in the November election and I’ll tell you why! If you don’t know Katey Branch but you’re familiar with the Alan Day Community Garden, you can thank Katey and her two lovely daughters. They created this cooperative agricultural […]
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Blastow for House
To the Editor: I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Jen Blastow for House District 72 (Otisfield, Oxford, Mechanic Falls). The first time I met Jen was at a PTO meeting at Otisfield Community School where she was simultaneously knitting a pair of socks and coming up with ideas to support the students […]
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Support Scott Cole
To the Editor: I am supporting Scott Cole because he is a knowledgeable public official who will serve the people of Oxford County well. I had the privilege of working with Scott for just under a year in town government. I was always thoroughly impressed with his in-depth knowledge on the issues and his ability […]
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Cole for County Commissioner
To the Editor: This fall I will be voting for Scott Cole for County Commissioner because he gets the job done. Many years ago, Rumford was seriously evaluated for an airport but ruled out due to the proximity of certain mountains. Federal focus then moved to Bethel and I became involved with that town’s effort. […]
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Cole: Integrity and needed change
To the Editor: I recently saw a Dave Duguay campaign ad and, on his advice, researched political candidates. I learned that Mr. Duguay, if re-elected, will receive lifetime health insurance as a 20-year part-time county politician. Wow! This policy was in place 16 years ago and approved by Commissioners. So, if Dave Duguay is elected […]