Letters

Published
May 12, 2016

Letter to the editor: Passing Maine initiative will deter ‘big business’ of marijuana

The passage of L.D. 726 ushers in a new era for the medical use of marijuana in Maine, as the people of Maine will have access to lab-tested and “safe” medical marijuana. “Safe” is the applicable word, because we all know what really goes into cigarettes. The fear of chemical alterations to enhance the product’s […]
Published
May 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Naloxone isn’t for the dead; it buys addicts time to fight

Alone in the halo of a sodium halogen street light, a man lays lifeless. A makeshift tourniquet constricts. As paramedics, our response is, by now, muscle memory. While administering naloxone, I observe the patient’s face to determine if he is my brother, Ryan. After 20 years answering the bell, I’ve lived my share of death. […]
Published
May 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Influx of condo money should pay for free clinic

My wife and I are very fortunate to live in a condominium at the Bay House on Hancock Street, which is part of the India Street neighborhood. The Bay House has 86 units that have contributed at least an additional $700,000 in taxes to the city this past year. Unfortunately, there are no children in […]
Published
May 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: MPBN deserves applause for switch to talk radio

I write in response to the May 6 letter from Sadhbh Neilan regarding the conversion of one of the Maine Public Broadcasting Network’s stations into what she calls “talk radio.” Have you ever listened to real talk radio? Right-wing extremists pontificate their views and their listeners call in to support these views. There are never-ending […]
Published
May 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: LePage family deserves some joy from little Veto

I am so happy that little Veto, Gov. LePage’s adopted Jack Russell terrier, went to a family who really wants to love it. At the Maine Republican Convention in April, the governor and his wife spoke of looking forward to adopting a dog even before they met their new pet. The lady from Mexico, Maine, […]

Published
May 11, 2016

Letter to the editor: Boycott airlines that find new ways to make us pay

I had recent occasion to fly American Airlines and was appalled at the extent of the inequalities and attempts to squeeze additional money from every traveler. In addition to the three or four “priority” boarding advantages, this airline now tries to find various ways to charge for an aisle or window seat. This, in spite […]
Published
May 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: ‘April Stools Day’ showcases commitment to community

On behalf of Friends of the Eastern Promenade, I wanted to thank the partners, sponsors and volunteers who contributed to the recent success of the 24th annual “April Stools Day” at the Eastern Promenade and at other regional parks and green spaces. For almost a quarter of a century, residents from across Portland and surrounding […]
Published
May 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Rep. Timmons has shown he’s not capable of leading

State Rep. Mike Timmons, R-Cumberland, has a serious problem with representing the interests of his constituents and accepting responsibility for his failure to do his job. In a recent column, Greg Kesich rightly criticized Timmons and five other House Republicans for irresponsibly skipping a critical final vote to override Gov. LePage’s veto of a landmark […]
Published
May 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Collins shows true colors by supporting Trump

I was shocked to read that Sen. Susan Collins is already capitulating to Donald Trump, stating that she will support his presidential candidacy as long as he “knock(s) off the gratuitous personal insults.” Sen. Collins’ comment suggests that her objections to Mr. Trump are merely cosmetic. If that’s so, it’s unfortunate, to say the least. […]
Published
May 10, 2016

Letter to the editor: Stop and think before using disposable plastics

One day while surfing Facebook posts, I stumbled upon a video of a sea turtle in a small boat with several men onboard. Out of curiosity I watched the video, not knowing the dramatic impact it would have on me. In horror, I watched as the men used metal pliers to remove a plastic straw […]

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