It’s not every day that we can vote for a candidate who we truly believe in. This November marks one of those rare occasions for the Biddeford community as we set out to reelect Marty Grohman for mayor. In his first two-year term, Mr. Grohman set a precedent of leadership, empathy and engagement as he […]
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Endorsing Corey Perreault for Brunswick Town Council | Letter
I urge Brunswick residents in District 4 to vote for Corey Perreault for Town Council. I was lucky to serve with her on the School Board, where she brought a wealth of experience, good judgment and dedication to our students and educators. She will be a thoughtful listener and effective communicator on the council, ready, […]
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Joshua Dunlap deserves confirmation to US Court of Appeals | Letter
In nominating Maine native Joshua Dunlap for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit, Sen. Susan Collins has made an outstanding choice. As Josh’s former law partner, I know first-hand of his superb qualifications: his intelligence, thoughtfulness, humility and love of the law and the constitution are exceptional. He will work vigorously for the impartial […]
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Creating AI sources for expert insight? | Letter
In the brave new world of AI, we can communicate with the dead vocally or through an AI-based avatar image, usually programmed through interviews with the soon-to-be deceased. After death, they interact as they would normally in conversation — usually with surviving relatives who want their relationship to carry on. Sometimes the experiences can be […]
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East Wing demolition is painfully symbolic | Letter
Why is the president getting away with this?
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I like Maine just fine, thank you | Letter
Duane Dumont’s Oct. 15 op-ed asked whether I was satisfied with Maine’s state government. At the end of his rant against Maine Democrats and their policies for using our tax dollars, he states, “You may not like President Trump; I don’t. But I do like the results he is pursuing: lower taxes and a nation […]
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The real reason for the decline in border crossings | Letter
It has been reported that illegal border crossings have decreased sharply under the current administration. One wonders whether the America made great again by cutting taxes to the rich and corporations while cutting benefits to the poor, sick and hungry is no longer seen as the desirable destination for those seeking a better life. We […]
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A long-range vision for a free Palestine | Letter
Palestinians may have danced in the streets with the news of the ceasefire, but let’s not overlook why they are celebrating (and what they are not celebrating). People on the brink of extermination are celebrating a reprieve from constant bombardment and starvation, and nothing more. If the last two years have done anything, they has […]
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East Wing destruction is all about ego | Letter
The destruction of the East Wing is the last straw. Donald Trump and his donor friends should be charged with conspiracy to destroy government property. He should go to jail and his friends should pay for the reconstruction of the building. Politics have nothing to do with this act: it is pure ego. Constance BloomfieldPortland
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Op-ed comparing Maine and Florida needed a disclaimer | Letter
I just finished reading the op-ed that you decided to run in the Oct. 15 paper (“Are you satisfied with Maine’s state government?“). The third paragraph, referring to school rankings, made me stop reading and do some research. The writer referred to KIDS COUNT Data Book rankings, placing Maine last for education and Florida in the […]