I am writing to express my support for Ellie Espling for state Representative of District 65 — New Gloucester and part of Poland. While some people running for office claim to be for Maine business, for lower taxes, for welfare reform, for better education and for a better environment, Rep. Espling has continually supported legislation […]
George Colby
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G. Colby: Doesn’t meet the straight face test
I couldn’t believe it. My state Senator, John Cleveland, voted against a measure to stop Maine welfare dollars from being spent on alcohol, tobacco, lottery tickets and gambling. While many of the neediest Mainers sit on wait lists for years to receive benefits, Cleveland is voting to continue wasting taxpayer money on those who are […]
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G. Colby: Voters should think twice
Earlier this year, Sen. John Cleveland’s contract was not renewed by the town of Poland for underperforming as an economic development consultant. Then, Cleveland stuck the town with a $12,725 bill on a $6,900 quote for services, causing outrage among selectmen, resulting in a Sun Journal article. But it’s not just this municipality he is […]
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G. Colby: Working hard for the people
I have known Eric Brakey for about three years. Brakey is a candidate for the Maine Senate and I consider the state fortunate to have him. He cares about people’s concerns, but even more, he cares about the Constitution and what it really says. He faithfully attends town meetings and meetings that are a concern […]
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G. Colby: LePage ‘gets real life’
I find it strange that the party of class warfare here in Maine has a Democratic Senate president, who grew up in a privileged environment, criticizing a Republican governor, who has been supporting himself since he was 12 years old. Many people slam Paul LePage for being “rough around the edges,” but I say every […]