Other states have already taken steps to ‘Trump-proof’ their laws. Maine needs to do the same.
letter to the editor
Letter: Proposing a four-year study of America
As disheartening as the outcome of the recent national election was to many, it will give us all an opportunity to compare the effect on the country of MAGA policy (next four years) and Democratic policy (last four years). Areas to compare might include control of inflation; health care access; medical debt; childhood infections; Medicare […]
Letter: Young people will save our country
Today, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, I am reading the Opinion section of the Sunday Telegram. The first letter (“President-elect a global embarrassment“) is from a teenage girl (age 16). She calls anyone out who voted to put Donald J. Trump back into office. She cites our country’s values and points out what values Trump voters […]
Letter: The scariest part of Trump’s victory? The appointments.
Still licking my wounds, but the sun is shining, and it’s time to move on and hope that our constitutional system of checks and balances will hold up. I think what I underestimated was how much one’s financial situation can affect one’s vote, and apparently there are plenty of Americans who feel a Trump presidency […]
Letter: Maine must act on medical marijuana regulation
Ironically, the recreational cannabis market is better regulated.
Letter: Burdened by what could have been
I write concerning Kamala Harris’ concession speech. Only a noble leader could give such an uplifting speech. Anybody who watched it would know what a fantastic president she could have been. Suse Jahns Portland
Letter: In praise of Sunday symphony in Portland
One of the many joys of living in Portland, for me, is having a yearly subscription to the Portland Symphony Orchestra concerts. Their artistry astounds me. This past Sunday was no exception. Featured was their first chair French horn player, Lauren Winter, who played flawlessly. The French horn is a very difficult instrument to play […]
Letter: What if it’s not the Democrats who are out of touch?
A lot has been said about the Democrats’ loss of the 2024 presidential race. A lot of people are saying the Democrats have lost touch with the working class. It’s not that simple. The issues are complicated and the general public doesn’t put in the time to understand them. For example: • It’s easy to say […]
Letter: Will we be able to keep our republic?
The country’s forefathers are rolling in their graves.
Letter: Support youth mentoring programs
The recent election has underscored deep divisions within our society, highlighting an urgent need for initiatives that foster community-building, resilience and hope. At Trekkers, we know that youth mentoring programs are crucial in helping young people build connections and bridge our divides. Our programs help young people develop empathy, a sense of community and the […]