Letters

Published
November 13, 2013

Letters to the editor: Small-school climate will pay off

Regular public schools are capable of offering the same benefits as charter facilities.
Published
November 12, 2013

Letters to the editor: Toxic chemicals should be disclosed

We need our lawmakers to introduce legislation that requires large companies to report their use of phthalates in products, a Portland dad says.
Published
November 11, 2013

Letters to the editor: Military budget can be safely pared

Sen. Angus King stated during the Senate Budget Committee hearing in July that he fears “gutting the military budget” while trying to find budget savings. But facts show that there are many military programs that can be safely eliminated. To name just one such program, the B-61 Life Extension Program, or LEP, has a current […]
Published
November 10, 2013

Letters to the editor: Rep. Michaud shows courage, character

Some Mainers might find Congressman Mike Michaud’s personal announcement last week surprising. Yes, Maine has changed a lot in a few years. But character is constant, and it is character that counts. Here is an example: When I was a newcomer legislator, I was lucky to be one of a half-dozen freshmen from all across […]
Published
November 9, 2013

Letters to the editor: Debate on tar sands oil still energetic

When a vote is won with the narrow margin of 51 percent against and 49 percent for, as was the recent South Portland Waterfront Protection Ordinance, you know you have a continuing, high-voltage community problem to resolve. I urge everyone concerned, both pro and con, about the importation of tar sands-derived oil into Portland’s harbor […]

Published
November 8, 2013

Questions remain on Portland’s pot ordinance

The passage of Portland’s ballot Question 1, legalizing recreational marijuana, marks a historic step for Maine and the entire East Coast. It sends a signal that the state’s largest city is ending the failed prohibition on adult use of marijuana. While symbolic, this ordinance lacks the detail needed for success and could end up hurting […]
Published
November 7, 2013

Letters to the editor: Turning a blind eye to warming threat

One year ago, Hurricane Sandy slammed ashore. It crushed homes and buildings and flooded tunnels all along the mid-Atlantic coast, but alas, it did not destroy climate change denial. National Public Radio’s new climate change program, “Burn,” revealed that many Miami residents are still not buying it. Miami’s government will not talk about it. Real […]
Published
November 6, 2013

Letters to the editor: Boys need to move more, too

Writing a critical letter regarding Noel Gallagher’s Portland Press Herald story “Elementary school kids learn a good run is fun” (Oct. 24) seems almost Grinch-like. After all, what reader can find fault with a program which encourages young children to exercise? My irritation with the article is certainly not about exercise; it is the focus […]
Published
November 5, 2013

Letters to the Editor: Obamacare is the most misunderstood law

The Affordable Care Act may be the most misunderstood piece of legislation in recent history. Opponents, television news (both network and cable) and President Obama’s administration have all contributed to the public’s lack of understanding of this important law. I will not attempt to clarify all aspects of the law in this letter. I will […]
Published
November 4, 2013

Letters to the editor: Football great meets today’s players

Willie Greenlaw was invited to join the Portland High football team on Oct. 17 for their weekly Thursday night team dinner at the Portland Eagles Club at the request of the team members who wanted to meet the legendary running back. Greenlaw starred in football at Portland High in 1950,’51, and ’52. He went on […]

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