Letters

Published
January 10, 2014

Letter to the editor: Compliments to sign maker do not extend to spelling

English teachers are challenged while instructing the difference between “compliment” and “complement.” “I like a compliment and complete does not have an ‘i’ ” may help. Spell check offers no aid. I give this introduction as a way to bring attention to the picturesque panel at the renovation of the Eastern Prom park. The beautiful […]
Published
January 10, 2014

Letter to the editor: Kennebunk High School facilities ‘at breaking point’

Having graduated from Kennebunk High School and having been a teacher/guidance counselor there for nearly 30 years, I am well aware of the shortcomings of the facilities. It’s definitely at a “breaking point.” Unfortunately, these physical problems have intensified over the years. It’s time to bring our schools to a standard to which we all […]
Published
January 10, 2014

Letter to the editor: Many downsides to Bayside development proposal

I wake up at night with an uneasy feeling that Portland is about to do something it will regret for years to come. The current proposal for development of Bayside, now referred to as midtown, feels just plain wrong for a number of reasons: The proposed buildings and garages are thoroughly out of proportion and […]
Published
January 10, 2014

Letter to the editor: Maine’s baby boomers a real asset

I write in response to the article “Economist: Maine ready to grow again” (Jan. 8). The author cites economist Charles Colgan, who is paraphrased as saying that Maine’s aging population is “the biggest dark cloud on the horizon for the Maine economy.” While Maine faces challenges in being the oldest state, there are also opportunities […]
Published
January 9, 2014

Letter to the editor: Schools that avoid science fail students

There is more than one reason Americans display a depressing lack of trust in science, but as a former science teacher I want to take part of the blame. Evolution is part of the science curriculum, but in most schools it is not stressed by teachers because of the fear that a minority of very […]

Published
January 9, 2014

Letter to the editor: Drivers urged to turn on lights on foggy days

On Monday morning, while driving to a Yarmouth car dealership to have a defective fob replaced, I observed several motorists who were not following a common courtesy for drivers. I believe, somewhere in the state driver’s manual, there is a stated rule that “motorists shall use their headlights and taillights in rain and snow when […]
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January 9, 2014

Letter to the editor: Theft of card data shows practicality of using cash

In regards to the recent data breach of credit and debit cards at Target, I have an easy solution to this problem. Remember cash? It comes in denominations of $1, $2 (if you want to go to a strip club), $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100. There are no bills to pay after Christmas! Isn’t […]
Published
January 9, 2014

Letter to the editor: Extend tax credit to grads who come back to Maine

I read with interest the Jan. 3 editorial (“Our View: Education tax credit deserves higher profile”) regarding the Educational Opportunity Tax Credit, which applies to students who go to post-secondary schools in Maine and stay in Maine. Yes, the state should publicize this benefit and find ways for more students to sign up. The state, […]
Published
January 9, 2014

Letter to the editor: Bible reader disputes claim that people can be born gay

I read with interest the letter in the Dec. 31 paper (“Righteous anti-gay bigotry damaging beyond belief”) by Derek Viger, and I am compelled to reply. First, Mr. Viger needs to read his Bible. Specifically, Leviticus 18:22-23, which says, “You shall not lie with a male as with a woman. It is an abomination.” Secondly, […]
Published
January 8, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Increased minimum wage great source of higher taxes

One would think that if our elected officials truly wanted to help those on the lower end of the wage scale, they would increase the earned income tax credit. This would have the least disruption with job loss and have a minimal impact on increased cost of goods, which would also help our retired senior […]

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