Twenty years. That’s how long I’ve known at-large Charter Commission candidate Anthony Emerson. In that time, I’ve borne witness to his passion, which he always shares with the people around him. From sports to politics, when Anthony cares about something, he is all in. He commits himself to learning as much as he can, whenever […]

Zack Barowitz is the ideal candidate for Portland’s Charter Commission in District 3. Zack has been a tremendous asset to the district, with a proven record of accomplishments. This includes promoting housing affordability, safer streets and creating community amenities like the community garden. Zack offers a refreshing set of proposals for the commission. This includes […]

Voting for William Bailey, at-large candidate for the Portland Charter Commission, is an endorsement of: • Integrity. • Intellect. • Investment. • Innovation. • Initiative. William Bailey will add a level of common sense to the commission, enabling it to move Portland forward, while maintaining its small-city appeal. Please support him on June 8. Judith […]

I would like to urge my neighbors and friends in District 4 to vote for Cheryl Leeman for Charter Commission. I have personally witnessed and experienced Cheryl’s expertise in matters of city government. Cheryl is incredibly knowledgeable about all historical aspects and keeps herself current as well. She has been a part of countless forward-moving […]

On June 8, Portlanders have an opportunity to make a real difference in our community: a special election. It is an opportunity often missed. Only 2,438 votes were cast in the last special election; that’s 6 percent of 42,097 ballots cast in November’s presidential election. For every vote to create a better nation in 2020, […]

At a recent debate of Charter Commission candidates, I was disappointed that several candidates wanted to create a strong mayor with sole responsibility for daily city management. Apparently upset about some recent recommendations from the city manager and decisions of the City Council, they believe that the solution lies in ending the city manager position. […]

There are many qualified candidates running for the Portland Charter Commission. I would like to single out one. I will be voting for Anthony Emerson for one of the at-large seats. Anthony was a student of mine at the University of Southern Maine. He brings a youthful energy to the process. He struck me as […]

At-large Charter Commission candidate Lawson Condrey is a dedicated citizen, and I know he will take a considerate approach to the future Charter Commission deliberations. His communication skills allow him to speak with Portland voters on a variety of issues. I know that this skill will prove helpful when Lawson will be working with a […]