I am writing to express my support for Betsy Sweet in the Democratic primary.
Sweet has spent the last 35 years fighting for progressive causes. It is important for young progressives to know there is someone who has been fighting — and winning — many of those battles.
She has worked across the aisle to create the country’s first Family Medical Leave and Clean Elections acts, expanded health care coverage, meaningful supports for helping families get into good-paying jobs, protecting women’s reproductive lives and a fair system of taxation.
As a single mother working and raising three girls, she understands the pressures on families, and she doesn’t give up when crafting solutions to making Maine’s economy work for everyone. Best of all, as the only Democratic Clean Elections candidate, she will be beholden only to the voters.
I am proud to be casting my vote for Betsy Sweet on June 12.
James Handy, Lewiston
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