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Published
October 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: Collins should defend Constitution, impeach Trump

I’m a veteran from Brunswick, and I personally believe the commander in chief should live up to our highest standards and values. For that reason, and for the security of our country and the sanctity of our elections, I believe Donald Trump must be impeached. I served overseas, and I know firsthand the risks and […]
Published
October 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: To save Maine’s birds, we must reduce emissions

It is almost unthinkable that many Maine birds could be gone by 2100 because of the climate crisis, according to a recent study by the National Audubon Society (“Maine’s birds imperiled by a changing climate,” Oct. 11, Page A1). To limit the devastation, Audubon calls for 100 percent conversion to renewable energy, which will reduce […]
Published
October 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: It’s not ‘rude’ to seek answers from Sen. Collins

A constituent respectfully urges her to speak out against foreign election interference.
Published
October 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: Kany’s review of Portland show gave visitors ‘tools’ for viewing it

Dan Kany wrote a review of the exhibition “Darkness and the Light” at the Institute of Contemporary Art at Maine College of Art this summer. Of course, any artist who exhibits publicly is pleased to be reviewed, especially by a premier critic in a premier publication. And so, I was delighted to see Dan’s review […]
Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Don’t expect feds to help us if Maine won’t help them

I think that since Maine’s government has decided not to respond to the federal government for the information gathered from driver’s licenses, which will help keep our country safe, I will not be voting for the infrastructure bond issue that will receive matching funds in the amount of $137 million. Why should our government work […]

Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Snyder will foster cooperation, respect in Portland City Hall

I had the pleasure to host Kate Snyder all day recently on Peaks Island, where she met and listened to my island neighbors. I witnessed her approaching all of her conversations with a desire to understand and with respect for each individual. These qualities are why I support Kate as mayor. She’s not about a […]
Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Vote for Portland candidates who put taxpayers first

City councilors and city staff who are not property owners in Portland seem less motivated to be conservative regarding property-tax increases than those representatives and municipal employees who pay property taxes. This group includes Mayor Ethan Strimling and many of the upper-level administrators who make fiscal decisions for the city. My property taxes have doubled […]
Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Spiller will serve Westbrook everywhere he goes

I am writing to support my friend and colleague Phil Spiller for mayor of Westbrook. I have known for Phil for more than 15 years. We met in pilot training at JetBlue Airways, where we are both now captains. In one of our first conversations, he mentioned the city of Westbrook. His love and passion […]
Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Reject suggested Forest Avenue ‘landmarks’

The 17 buildings on the recommendation list are mostly nondescript, and their owners are rightly fearful of what inclusion might mean.
Published
October 19, 2019

Letter to the editor: Former mayor endorses Foley as Westbrook’s next mayor

On Nov. 5, the citizens of Westbrook must elect a mayor who will best lead with integrity. I fully support Michael Foley for that role. I’ve served with Michael as a city councilor for years. He is knowledgeable about our budget and a hard worker. I know him to be honest, direct and true to […]

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