John Myrand: Recalling LePage administration’s failed health care policies

Under the administration of Gov. Paul LePage, tax breaks were given to the wealthiest Mainers, while cuts to programs like the Low-Cost Drugs for the Elderly or Disabled were proposed. Legislators Peggy Rotundo and Margaret Craven helped salvage that program at the time. Under the Affordable Care Act, there was a proposed Medicaid expansion that […]

Roland Hachey: Gov. Mills has earned Maine’s vote

Gov. Janet Mills is a great listener, problem solver and consensus builder. I have known her since 1980. She has always impressed me as an intelligent, thoughtful and dedicated community leader. As a retired public school educator, I am grateful for Janet leading with way, with the Legislature, to finally honor the state’s obligation to […]

Jonne Gross: House 76 candidate Hoke dedicated to community, state

I will be voting for Tamara Hoke for House District 76 in November. Tamara would listen to all concerns with an open mind and would fight for every Maine family. She would work hard with both parties to help Maine move forward. Her strong dedication to her community and state would serve us well in […]

Thomas Tracy: Maine would be fortunate to return Sheats to Augusta

Voters in District 20 (Auburn, Durham, New Gloucester and Poland) have an opportunity to return Bettyann Sheats to the State House. Her experience and service make her an excellent candidate for Senate. Her education at West Point, followed by eight years of active duty as a helicopter pilot, speaks to her values, competence and leadership. […]

Lindsey Torres: Rotundo ‘the right choice’ to serve Lewiston in Augusta

I am excited to support Peggy Rotundo as Lewiston’s next senator. As a lifelong Lewiston resident, I know that Peggy is the right choice. She cares about people in Lewiston and is always there when people need her. Peggy’s thoughtful approach to working with people from across the aisle is what we need to represent […]

Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Oct. 29

Scott Harriman: Rep. Cloutier works tirelessly for Lewiston people

As representative for House District 60 (soon to be District 94 after redistricting), Kristen Cloutier has worked tirelessly over the past four years to advocate for the people of Lewiston. I have found Kristen to be very helpful and responsive toward her constituents. She sponsored a bill and convened a working group regarding an issue […]

Bob Gardner: Sheats ‘stands head and shoulders above the competition’

Concerned, caring and committed to providing a collaborative and forward-thinking role in the Maine Senate, Bettyann Sheats stands head and shoulders above the competition. I feel really comfortable voting for Bettyann Sheats. Bob Gardner, Auburn

John Farina: Polarizing, hostile political speech is frustrating, confusing

It is no secret that a lot of people are frustrated, confused and tired of the polarizing and often hostile speech that dominates our political arenas. Many Maine voters do not feel that anyone is listening to them or doing anything about the turmoil they see and hear around them. I encourage our political candidates […]

Phyllis Caron: Gov. Mills works for Mainers, not against them

Even Florida doesn’t want Paul LePage. This says a lot. When he was governor, it came to a point we didn’t want him either. Now he’s trying again and starting out with women’s rights. Women can use their own minds to do the right thing for themselves. Gov. Janet Mills fights for us, not against […]