For a very long time, I have worked a job where I interact with the community daily. I use my hands, and my back and my heart. I serve food and drink, laugh with people, hold the door, hold their children. Then, I clean up after them and tell them to have a good night. […]
letter to the editor
The answer to the question is Medicare for all | Letter
There’s a very simple answer to the astronomic rising costs in our country for health care: Medicare for all. Remember when President Clinton proposed the “health care security card”? How long ago was that? And how long we have continued to attempt something like it? We cannot keep going down this shaky road of subjecting […]
Stop Trump’s war-making spree | Letter
I would like to add my voice to those who have already written to protest the president’s illegal war in Iran, on top of his unjustified attacks and threats of attack on other parts of the world. Congress has the power to restrain Trump’s war-making spree and I call on them to act without delay […]
No tax on Social Security, eh? | Letter
Once again we are being scammed by the false promises of politicians. They all sound good when wanting our votes, but someone needs to explain the meaning of the word “no” to those who promised no tax on Social Security and overtime. Anyone who recently filed their tax return has learned that “No” doesn’t mean […]
Ballot wording of trans athlete question needs a lot of work | Letter
I can’t believe the way the draft ballot question is worded.
Trump’s taste for war makes me ashamed of America | Letter
Never in my 71 years have I felt such sadness and shame. While being a citizen of our amazing country — with its big heart for needy people, here and globally, which makes me honored to be an American — my own heart is breaking. It’s broken, sad and shamed. President Eisenhower warned us with […]
Joe Baldacci will put the needs of Maine families first | Letter
As the parent of a young adult with severe special needs, I’ve spent years navigating the emotional and physical demands of caregiving. My family is far from alone — hundreds of families across Maine, and thousands more across the country, face the same daily challenges. Too often, we feel unheard. One person who has consistently […]
Public safety in Maine requires trust | Letter
Maine cannot have effective public safety if members of our communities are afraid to seek help. Earlier this month, LD 1259, legislation that would have clearly separated local law enforcement from federal immigration enforcement, received an “ought not to pass” recommendation. While the bill has failed, the concerns it addressed remain. When individuals fear that […]
Data centers don’t belong in Maine | Letter
Yes, we have lots of land. No, this isn’t the best use for it.