Letters

Published
February 10, 2015

Letter to the editor: Columnist’s views off track on evolution and creation

M.D. Harmon (“On evolution, creation and the existence of a higher power,” Feb. 6) discusses evolution in the context of Christian thought, and concludes that there is no conflict. For example, Pope Francis stated: “Evolution in nature is not inconsistent with the notion of creation, because evolution requires the creation of beings that evolve.” (“Creation” […]
Published
February 10, 2015

Letter to the editor: Howl until we get an official state canine, Mainers (Hint: Shelter dogs rule)

Re the letter Feb. 5 from Marlise Swartz of Yarmouth (“Shelter dogs may better represent state than Labs do”), suggesting that shelter dogs should be the state’s official dog: What a great thought. There is a dog park in Ogunquit, and every morning – rain, shine, heat or another snowstorm – there are many people […]
Published
February 9, 2015

Letter to the editor: Put decision of Seahawks coach in better perspective

For the umpteenth time, I watch the coach of the Seahawks get raked over the coals for a decision he made during a football game. The team lost. Granted, it was the Super Bowl. However, it was a game, period! At approximately the same time, a Jordanian pilot was burned to death by the Islamic […]
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February 9, 2015

Letter to the editor: Instead of building pipeline for oil, find ‘green’ solutions

President Obama’s impending decision on the Keystone XL pipeline is almost certain to result in a veto, luckily. This pipeline, if built, would run from Alberta to Steele City, Nebraska, carrying up to 830,000 barrels of crude oil a day. As a nation, we should not be focusing on more ways to transport unsustainable forms […]
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February 9, 2015

Letter to the editor: Wishes go to columnist Nemitz in his battle against cancer

Bill Nemitz’s columns in the Portland Press Herald are one of the reasons I read the paper. His intelligence, insights, humor and compassion are evident in every piece he writes. It was with great sadness that I read his column Feb. 1 where he revealed that his cancer has returned (“No longer symptom-free, I embark […]

Published
February 9, 2015

Letter to the editor: Does LePage care at all about Maine families?

The lead headline on Page 1 on Sunday, Jan. 25 – “LePage plan puts more money in your pocket” – should have read: “LePage plan increases gap between rich and poor.” An informative table on the back page shows that a low-income single person would save $225 in taxes, while an upper-income family would save […]
Published
February 9, 2015

Letter to the editor: LePage tax plan benefits rich, ignores rest of us

Gov. LePage recently introduced his new tax initiative, which appears to principally benefit the wealthy. The goal is to modernize our tax structure – especially reducing income tax. Part of the proposal is an expansion and increased rate of the sales tax, now re-branded as a voluntary and discretionary consumption tax, a good portion is […]
Published
February 8, 2015

Letter to the editor: Roman numerals still have their place and interest kids

I feel obligated to respond to Russell Frank’s letter Feb. 1 about Roman numerals (“Let’s abandon antiquated, confusing Roman numerals”). He feels they are outdated and primitive. As a former first-grade teacher, I used them as a challenge to my better math students. And the Super Bowl was always the beginning of the discussion. By […]
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February 8, 2015

Letter to the editior: Nemitz’s sharing of his cancer battle appreciated, memorable

I was so impressed with Bill Nemitz’s column Feb. 1 (“No longer symptom-free, I embark on my battle with cancer”). While being so very sorry about the state of his health, I think it is so good of him to share his feelings with all of us. The column was so beautifully written that I […]
Published
February 8, 2015

Letter to the editor: Retain income tax, most fair way to spread burden

How did the Legislature fund the previous $100 million income tax cut? In his very first budget, Gov. Paul LePage pushed for cuts in revenue-sharing. He stated that it was time the towns and cities trim their budgets along with the state. This is surprising. Having been mayor of Waterville before being elected governor, he […]

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