I am writing in support of Jennifer White who is running for state Senate in District 25. Jennifer has a business background and has been signing both the back of a paycheck and the front of a paycheck for well over 30 years. She understands firsthand the challenges that employers are facing right now with […]
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Letter: Vote yes to remove candidate ban in Yarmouth
Vote yes to remove the discriminatory ban on town and school employees from serving on the Yarmouth Town Council. A 2018 charter amendment eliminated candidates for council who were employed by the town or school, including those who did minimal work like teaching at Community Services or coaching a team, because they might have a […]
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Letter: Kuhn committed to environment, diversity of thought
Please join me in supporting Amy Kuhn’s election to State House District 111. We have been so fortunate to have Amy’s leadership on the Falmouth Town Council for much of the past five years. She is a natural leader, always open to new thoughts and ideas, with a commitment to getting the job done well. […]
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Letter: Breen understands energy industry
I live in an all-electric house, excluding our small gas heater, and I can readily identify with the concerns of everyone out there regarding our future fuel expenses. One of the most important issues concerning all of us Mainers in the near future will be how the state addresses energy. The state’s actions will affect […]
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Letter: Carney has shown commitment to health care coverage
Please join me in supporting Anne Carney for reelection as our District 29 state senator. Anne’s work in the state Senate demonstrates her continued commitment to health care, education, the economy and the environment. Anne worked hard to improve access to health care for Maine families. She sponsored bills that ensured Maine moms have comprehensive […]
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Letter: Expand Scarborough library to support community needs
We have resided in Scarborough for 30 years. During this time, we have seen many positive changes and growth in town. Scarborough is now a thriving suburban community with a robust commercial tax base. One result of this growth has been the steady increase in valuation. At $4,998,750,000, Scarborough ranks fourth in Maine in equalized […]
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Letter: Kuhn’s commitment is deeply rooted
I have known Amy Kuhn for over 20 years and have always admired her deeply rooted commitment to community. As a Falmouth Town Council member and chairwoman, she has worked tirelessly to represent all of her constituents and to tackles issues – the momentous and the everyday – head on. She consistently does the homework, […]
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Letter: Moriarty is good for local taxpayers
The people of Cumberland and Gray have been well-represented by Steve Moriarty in Maine House District 45. While in office he supported legislation that helped reduce our property taxes by finally approving funding of the state’s share of public education costs at 55%. He further supported increasing state revenue-sharing to municipalities at 5%. These changes […]
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Letter: Kuhn’s diligence earns resident’s respect
Over the last few years I’ve had the opportunity to watch Amy Kuhn from afar as well as up close. Sitting in marathon Town Council meetings, I’ve seen her equanimity in handling proceedings that aroused great passions. I have seen the diligence in her preparation and can only imagine the long hours behind them. On […]
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Letter: Moriarty, Pierce are attentive to local concerns
Steve Moriarty and Teresa Pierce have served in the state Legislature with a calm demeanor and attentiveness to local concerns, serving Mainers well. Each is approachable, a leader who listens then explores the best options for Maine. Both supported policies that enhance growth in the Maine economy and brought more state funding to our local […]