letter to the editor

Published
August 21, 2019

Letter to the editor: Smart, hardworking Thibodeau has the right priorities for Portland

I am writing today in support of our next mayor, Spencer Thibodeau. I have known Spencer for three years, since moving to Portland from Boston. Since moving here, I have found the people of Portland to be so kind and welcoming. I believe Spencer is the perfect candidate for mayor of Portland. He brings enthusiasm, […]
Published
August 21, 2019

Letter to the editor: Scarcity of in-home care reflects lack of regard for the old and poor

The low wages that discourage would-be caregivers indicate how little our society values disabled and impoverished elderly people.
Published
August 21, 2019

Letter to the editor: Green Power program lets Mainers support clean energy

Thank you so much for featuring the Maine Green Power program (“Renewable energy subsidy program seeks support in South Portland,” Page A1, Aug. 12). I’ve participated in it for several years, and really appreciate how easy, effective and direct it is. It’s especially useful for people who can’t make use of electric cars or home […]
Published
August 21, 2019

Letter to the editor: Collins’ cooperation with the president smooths her path

It is beneficial to the people of Maine that Sen. Susan Collins has no significant differences with the president. We would not want our senator to be barred from visiting allied countries or to be told to “go back” where she came from. Jack Glatter Cumberland Center
Published
August 21, 2019

Letter to the editor: Cost of acquiring Greenland doesn’t worry Trump

Here goes Donald Trump again. What is his crazy scheme for Greenland? Perhaps he can pull the wool over the eyes of the American public, but I doubt Greenland will fall to his antics. He already has an air base there, so what more does he want? Since we have so much money to play […]

Published
August 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: Include licensed counselors in library mental health initiative

Your recent editorial on the placement of social workers in public libraries to “reach people in deep need” (Our View, Aug. 15) is a welcomed message, one I hope Maine municipalities will consider as they seek to promote mental wellness. I wish, however, that you had included licensed professional counselors as contributing mental health caregivers […]
Published
August 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: Right to bear arms should be limited to 18th-century weapons

The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” What role should the “well regulated militia” idea play in gun ownership currently? Some people believe that the wisdom of […]
Published
August 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: We must understand the political, military violence that is fueling refugee crisis

If you go into independent journalists’ and media websites you will learn there have been tens of millions of citizens who had to leave their countries because of extreme violence and war. This has been occurring for the best part of a decade. You might read about the Iraq citizens, Syrian citizens and people from […]
Published
August 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: Rock Row neighbors didn’t choose to live in loud neighborhood

I disagree with Katy Marshall’s opinion (Maine Voices, Aug. 16) about noise complaints, including the ones from those of us deeply concerned with the management of Rock Row outdoor concerts. She moved into a neighborhood with pre-existing noise levels from industry and she accepts that as the cost of living in that neighborhood. Those of […]
Published
August 20, 2019

Letter to the editor: How does state know that Mainers don’t want Real ID?

People don't know they have to request it when they go to renew their driver's license.

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