In November 2023, Susan Collins, Angus King and Chellie Pingree announced the city of Freeport had been awarded a grant of $7.5 million and a loan of $7.5 million. Key piece: This funding will allow for long-overdue replacements and upgrades to Freeport’s wastewater treatment plant and collection system. Alarming: Phase 1 FSD is starting off […]
Forecaster letters
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Government serves illegal immigrants, not citizens
The Statue of Liberty might as well be a 305-foot-tall aerated tube man, wiggle-dancing in front of the giant freebies store that America has become – if you’re here illegally, that is. In 2023, $150 billion in taxpayer-funded benefits went to illegal immigrants. But if you’re an actual American citizen in need, get ready for […]
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell will work toward needed changes
I have known Christina Mitchell and her family for 15 years and am pleased to support her candidacy for state representative. She is a bright, energetic, common-sense leader who works well with others in developing compromised solutions. Her experience as an educator and school board member positions her well for understanding what is needed to […]
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Religious communities of peace should speak up
As a queer, nonbinary millennial, you might be surprised to learn that the church is central to my politics. White Christian nationalism and right-wing evangelical ideology and theology have taken hold in this country, and progressive people of faith have remained quiet in our organizing on behalf of a more just and loving world. Embarrassed […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Sachs communicates with residents, effective in state
I write in support of the reelection of Melanie Sachs as state representative for House District 102, Freeport. I appreciate the rational thought and careful attention she brings to her leadership role in Augusta as House chair of the Joint Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee and the Maine Climate Council. I frequently see her at […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Sachs proved to be best of representative government
My wife and I are 86 and have advocated for various political and community causes in our lifetime. We have never encountered the extraordinary responsiveness that Melanie Sachs has demonstrated in regard to any inquiry we have directed to her. She is a model of the best of representative government and is informed and honest […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell is thoughtful and passionate representative
Cumberland, Chebeague Island and Long Island will soon have a new person representing us up in Augusta, and I sure hope it will be Christina Mitchell. She is a smart and dedicated public servant. She’s an educator by training, so she has the patience and fortitude to deal with the difficulties and – let’s be […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell will continue common sense solutions
My husband, Ron, and I are, with pleasure, supporting Christina Mitchell for District 10 (Cumberland, Chebeague, Long Island) state representative. Known for her enthusiasm and hard work, she also seeks common sense solutions to the many problems confronting us. She will fight for safe and affordable health care, including reproductive rights. Additionally, she will work […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell is smart, sensible and dedicated
I heartily endorse Christina Mitchell to be our next state representative for District 110 representing Cumberland, Chebeague and Long Island. I have known Mitchell for many years. She is a good friend and a good neighbor. I greatly appreciate her local political involvement, and it is totally appropriate to elevate her to be our next […]
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Letter: Christina Mitchell has shown commitment to community concerns
For Maine Legislative House District 110, Christina Mitchell will provide the leadership needed for Chebeague Island, Long Island and Cumberland. Her track record of service in the SAD 51 school district has shown her commitment to and her interest in addressing community concerns. I know Mitchell will use her experience and skills to represent District […]