I am giving my support to Rosemarie De Angelis, District 3, for South Portland School Board. I have known De Angelis for a long time. We were even opponents once, and we are still friends. That says a lot. I respect her views and value her experience. As a lifelong educator, a former city councilor/mayor, […]
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Letter: Reelect Anne Carney to fight for reproductive rights and health care
The dismantling of Roe v. Wade in 2022 ended federal protections for abortion care. Now more than ever, we need to safeguard bodily autonomy and reproductive justice at the state level. Regardless of one’s beliefs, it’s imperative to understand that abortion bans are dangerous and have the potential to harm anyone who is or could become pregnant. […]
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Letter: Misha Pride shows excellent leadership, dedication
I strongly support Misha Pride in his campaign for reelection to the City Council. As a resident of South Portland and someone who has served with Pride on the City Council, I can testify that he is a passionate advocate for our South Portland families and a determined environmental advocate. I believe he is an […]
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Letter: Suggesting reverse mortgage a regrettable comment
I’m writing to address a comment I made at the Aug. 13 South Portland City Council meeting. Contemplating the recent rise in property values, I suggested some seniors might consider a reverse mortgage. It was an inappropriate remark that arose from my long experience as an elder law attorney. While it’s a tool I know […]
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Letter: Misha Pride’s legal expertise makes a good candidate
I’ve had the honor of working with Mayor Misha Pride on issues vitally important to South Portlanders and am pleased to support his run for a third term on the South Portland City Council. Mayor Pride testified to the Maine Legislature to advocate for stronger regulation of emissions from the oil terminal facilities and more […]
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Letter: Misha Pride is thoughtful and collaborate leader
I urge you to reelect Mayor Misha Pride, a leader who has proven his dedication to our community. Pride has worked zealously to promote equity, sustainability and economic growth, ensuring that South Portland remains a vibrant, inclusive city for all. His commitment to economic accountability, climate action and community engagement has led to significant positive […]
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Letter: Carney is patient, effective and reasoned as senator
I’m writing to express my support for Anne Carney’s reelection to the Maine Senate. I have had the privilege of working with Carney on a bill affecting the health of new mothers. During that process I was inspired by Carney’s deep listening, attention to detail and thoughtfulness in crafting legislation that considered all stakeholders. Carney’s […]
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Letter: Anne Carney is smart, compassionate, capable
I wholeheartedly support Anne Carney in her reelection campaign for the Maine Senate. I have known Carney for eight years and can say without hesitation that she has an impeccable character. I have not met a finer human being. In whatever she does, she is compassionate, smart and very capable. Her record, first in the […]
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Letter: Cape Elizabeth taxes are out of control
When we received our new Cape property evaluation letter earlier this year, we were shocked that the new value was 340% of last year’s evaluation. This increase was despite no new construction for at least 10 years. We made an appointment with the tax assessor and found there was a lot of misinformation about our […]
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Letter: Return Anne Carney to the state senate
On Nov. 5, I’m voting to return Anne Carney to the Maine Senate. I know Carney to be an incredible listener who invites differing perspectives on issues. These qualities have resulted in her leadership to enact environmental protections, gun law reform, workplace safeguards and the promotion of social justice. Most of this legislation has passed […]