During my eight years in the Maine Legislature, I observed many nice people with such a strong allegiance to their political party that they, sadly, ignored the people whom they served. Sara Rivard, a chiropractor, is a candidate for Maine Senate District 30 (Gorham, parts of Scarborough and Buxton) and she is one of those […]
Election 2020
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Support candidates with a plan for Medicare
This election season, as an older Mainer, I want to urge fellow Maine voters to consider candidates with clear plans to protect and strengthen Medicare, which provides health care for over 52 million Americans 65-plus. Medicare is a crucial safety net for hardworking Mainers who pay into the program their entire working lives. Enrollments are […]
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Letter: Thompson an outstanding candidate for House 30
I am a lifelong resident of Cape Elizabeth and served as the South Portland fire chief. I know how important leadership and collaboration skills are to decision-making as a public servant. In addition to studying the issues, engaging all stakeholders effectively and inclusively is critical to collaboration and meaningful outcomes. Tim Thompson has these qualities […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Buxton anticipates record Election Day voter turnout
In addition to the presidential race, legislative seats are up for grabs Nov. 3.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Incumbent faces challenger in House District 32 race
Tammy Walter, R-Cape Elizabeth, is challenging State Rep. Christopher Kessler, D-South Portland, who is running for re-election.
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Incumbent faces challenge for House seat in South Portland and Cape Elizabeth
Tammy Walter, R-Cape Elizabeth, is challenging state Rep. Christopher Kessler, D-South Portland.
Posted inElection 2020, Nation & World, News, Politics
How Trump plowed through $1 billion, losing cash advantage
Joe Biden and his Democratic allies are on pace to dump $142 million into ads in the closing days of the campaign, outspending Republicans by more than 2-to-1.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Letter: Brenner deserves vote in Senate District 30
I first met Stacy Brenner and her husband John at the Buxton Democratic Caucus this March. When she held up her “Rise and Organize” sign with the environment as her concern, she won my vote. She then met with the Hollis-Buxton Dems via Zoom. As questions were posed, Stacy listened carefully and provided content-filled responses. […]
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Leonard Pitts: Republicans enabled Trump for four years. Now they’re slinking away?
America is a nation of second chances, but betrayed voters are entitled to hold elected officials accountable.
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How to avoid signature problems when you vote absentee
Maine law requires local election officials to match the signature on your absentee ballot application to your absentee ballot.