Letters

Published
June 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Support Democrat Denk; she’s strong on social issues

After careful consideration, the National Association of Social Workers-Maine has endorsed Diane Denk for House District 9, serving Kennebunkport, parts of Biddeford and Kennebunk. As the major social work organization in Maine, we are committed to promoting human rights, social and economic justice, and unimpeded access to services for everyone. Diane’s response to our questionnaire […]
Published
June 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Referendums, initiatives give the little guy a voice

In M.D. Harmon’s June 3 column, he is quick to condemn voter initiatives, referendums and ranked-choice voting as dangerous tinkering with the work of the Framers, or as solutions to non-existent problems. I wonder if he has noticed that, because of the freeing of slaves, women’s suffrage and 240 years of immigration, the ethnic and […]
Published
June 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: LePage is so wrong about Natural Resources Council

I was infuriated to learn last week that Gov. LePage has ramped up his unfounded attacks on the Natural Resources Council of Maine – this time, with a letter campaign directed toward donors. The claims in his letter have no merit, and are yet another example of the governor abusing his position of power to […]
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June 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Vote for Democrat Dobson; she’ll fight special interests

I know Laurie Dobson, Democratic candidate in Maine House District 9, for her willingness to take on challenging issues. She’s consistently been in the forefront of progressive approaches to difficult political situations. She has the tenacity to keep going, take the people’s fight forward and maintain her focus. One of Laurie’s priorities, which I find […]
Published
June 9, 2016

Letter to the editor: Boxer Ali did no favors for African-Americans at war

I just heard Brian Kilmeade tell the “Fox & Friends” audience how boxer Cassius Clay/Muhammad Ali was an inspiration to all and made everyone feel better. The airwaves are full of what a great man Ali was and how much he did for African-Americans. Before he is canonized, I would like to say this on […]

Published
June 8, 2016

Letter to the editor: Ensuring access to STD tests, other screenings one of many benefits of single-payer system

As pointed out in the June 2 lead editorial, Maine and the country are undergoing an upsurge in sexually transmitted diseases. Last year, in response to this problem, the Legislature passed L.D. 319 (which became law without the signature of Gov. LePage, who vetoed a similar bill in 2014). This legislation authorized expanded MaineCare coverage […]
Published
June 8, 2016

Letter to the editor: Rachel Talbot Ross will be strong voice in Maine House

I am writing in support of Rachel Talbot Ross of Portland, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for the District 40 seat in the Maine House. Rachel established the Martin Luther King Jr. Fellows, who are working to educate the public about black history and civil rights. She founded the Maine Freedom Trails, which lead […]
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June 8, 2016

Letter to the editor: Barry Hobbins’ skills make him best choice for Legislature

Barry’s opponent in the June 14 Senate primary is a fellow Democrat, Justin Chenette, who serves on my committee. I’ve also served with Barry on the committee that he chairs, so I know both candidates well. One is an effective legislator who listens, collaborates, respects others, earns respect, masters policy and process and gets things […]
Published
June 8, 2016

Letter to the editor: Chuck Radis will serve District 27 with care and dedication

Chuck is a real Democrat who will bring a fresh voice and a new perspective to the partisan deadlock paralyzing the State House. His experience as a physician makes him a good listener, a natural problem-solver and an expert in the area of substance abuse and addiction. He will serve the people of Portland with […]
Published
June 8, 2016

Letter to the editor: Many reasons to vote for Ande Smith in 1st District primary

Ande Smith is running for the Republican nomination in the 1st Congressional District. We have the opportunity to put someone in office who has the experience to solve our country’s cybersecurity issues, understands how our laws work and wants to enforce existing laws before expanding those laws. Ande believes that addressing mental illness is a […]

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