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October 12, 2019

Letter to the editor: Kargar’s fearless advocacy needed in District 3

I am Abdi Iftin, I am the author of the acclaimed memoir “Call Me American.” I confidently endorse Layla Kargar for Portland City Council in District 3. I have known Layla for nearly three years now, I am beyond doubt that she is the most qualified candidate for serving the Portland community. As a recent […]
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October 12, 2019

Letter to the editor: Rigid zoning would be the wrong choice for Yarmouth’s Main Street

Supporters of a historic preservation ordinance should consider whether they're trying to reproduce a past that never was.
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October 12, 2019

Letter to the editor: Lovell will ensure continued progress in Saco

When thinking about Saco’s municipal election, several important considerations come to mind. First and foremost is the need for experienced leadership. Mayor Marston Lovell is a longtime Saco resident and has served on the City Council, the York County Commission and currently as mayor. A new Saco city administrator will be coming on board in […]
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October 12, 2019

Letter to the editor: Re-elect Lovell, a proven leader, as Saco’s mayor

Saco voters, I urge you to re-elect Mayor Marston Lovell. I worked with Mayor Lovell when I served as a city councilor and mayor. I found him to be perceptive, informed and dedicated to making our community one that is welcoming, well managed and provides an outstanding education for our children. His approach to governing […]
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October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Chong will be informed advocate for District 3

I am voting for Tae Chong for Portland City Council, District 3. Tae believes in Portland and he believes in the ability of all of its residents to succeed. As a school board member, Tae advocated for equity in our public schools and learning opportunities for all Portland children. In his professional work, Tae has […]

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October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Ethan Strimling fights for the people

I will be voting for Ethan Strimling this November. When Stroudwater was looking for someone in City Hall to stand up to a developer who was proposing to destroy acres of wildlife and beautiful greenspace so he could maximize his profit with nearly 100 $500,000 homes, Mayor Strimling stood up and fought back. We lost. […]
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October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Vaping is not so easy to quit

There are plenty of things that friends and family members can do to educate and encourage teenagers who are trying to give up the habit.
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October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Users invited to weigh in on improving Portland-area paratransit

I am an immigrant from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and I have a disability. I cannot walk very far or drive. I get around using paratransit services, the bus and taxis, but the current transportation system doesn’t work very well for me. I end up spending half my paycheck so I can get to […]
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October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Suslovic has the experience to represent District 3

Ed Suslovic is the best choice for the District 3 City Council seat. We all benefit from projects that Ed championed. Every morning, I walk my dog in Capisic Pond Park, a public land project that Ed spearheaded as our city councilor. Ed chaired the Hall School building committee; our kids attend the new Amanda […]
Published
October 11, 2019

Letter to the editor: Chong will work to make District 3 stronger

I’m supporting Tae Chong for the District 3 City Council seat because he’s been fighting for our city for decades. Tae brings experience, leadership and pragmatism that will be an asset to our current City Council. Tae’s track record of helping our community get stronger includes leading the Portland Jobs Alliance, on Portland’s school board, […]

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