I’ve lived and worked in Sanford-Springvale almost all my life, including over 30 years as a civics teacher and coach at Sanford High School. I feel we need people with experience and talent to get things done. That’s why I support John Tuttle for Sanford City Council on Nov. 3. John served as a Selectman […]
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Biddeford needs new leadership
For the 10 years I served as a member of the Biddeford City Council and later the School Board I always tried to listen to and represent the residents of the city in the decisions I made. Unfortunately, with the current city leadership the citizens wishes don’t seem to be represented. Taxes have increased significantly […]
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Bush, Rubio squabble while Trump runs away with it
One odd thing about the Republican presidential race is that the strong front-runner, Donald Trump, isn’t fundraising. Soliciting contributions takes a huge amount of the time for most candidates, and the quarterly reports of how much they have raised and how much cash they have on hand become carefully watched measures of their campaigns’ viability. […]
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Congressional rebellions are nothing new
Memo to Democrats apoplectic about the sort of demands the Republican rebels are making in the House: Calm down. Take a deep breath. We’ve been here before. In fact, you’ve been here before. It is true that the questionnaire the House conservatives circulated to those contemplating a campaign for speaker calls for the abolition of […]
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Supporting Ron Michaud for Saco mayor
I am writing to express my strong support for Ron Michaud for mayor of Saco. Having lived in Saco for 30 years, I have known Ron through his service on the City Council and as mayor. During the 1990s, I worked closely with Ron when he was president of the board of directors of the […]
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Supporting Minthorn for Saco City Council Ward 5
Alan Minthorn has the ability and leadership skills needed to serve as city councilor for Ward 5 in Saco. I have discovered that he has a passion for making Saco a better place. He encourages community involvement and stands for an open, honest and transparent government. Alan also owns and operates Maine Senior Insurance, LLC […]
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Eric Cote is a true son of Saco
I write in support of a city councilor who has served the citizens of Saco in many different ways. He has filled many roles, always to the utmost of his generous capabilities. He may be the best educated of those currently serving on the Saco City Council. Eric Cote is a true son of Saco. […]
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Re-elect Tardif to Saco Council
In over four decades of public service, all here in the City of Saco, I have seen many counselors, mayors, and other elected and appointed officials come and go. Few can hold a candle to my former colleague and lifelong friend Arthur Tardif, Saco’s Ward 5 Councilor. There are those who suggest that it is […]
