Elaine Makas: Gov. Mills has delivered on revenue sharing, education funding

Gov. Janet Mills increased municipal revenue sharing to 5% from the 2% grudgingly allowed by former Gov. Paul LePage. In addition, Mills has provided for the first time in 17 years the full 55% of education funding that was promised to municipalities (in sharp contrast to the 49.6% high-point reached by her predecessor). Under the […]

Lawrence Everett: All isn’t well, despite government reassurances

Two and a half years ago, after writing many letters to our elected officials, I talked to a Sen. Susan Collins staffer concerning the coming world calamity — a calamity which would be brought about by “corrupt capitalistic regimes.” I cited a litany of reasons and actions by our and other corrupt governments which would […]

Sherri Clark: Foster ‘the right choice’ to represent House District 86

I have voted for Greg Foster in the past, as he stands up for the values I care most about: our constitutional freedoms, less government, faith and the traditional family. After personally meeting him recently, and having a lengthy conversation about where we are as a state and nation,  I am even more confident that […]

Rita Lajoie: Re-elect Rep. Cloutier to House District 94

Rep. Kristen Cloutier is a lifelong resident of Lewiston. She has worn many hats and is committed to serving all Lewiston residents. Kristen is a good listener and is dedicated, and she has a proven track record. Let’s send Kristen Cloutier back to Augusta on Nov. 8. Rita Lajoie, Lewiston

Rich Lowry: Stacey Abrams and the perils of hagiography

Abrams has been widely celebrated in the years since her first run for Georgia governor in 2018 which she, of course, lost. Like former President Donald Trump, though, she managed to spin away her defeat to the satisfaction of her supporters as a result of nefarious forces beyond her control.

Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Sept. 24

Froma Harrop: Washington puts its chips on chips

Computer chips are the little brains that run appliances, airplanes, mobile phones and cars. You can’t have a modern economy without them.

Raychel Ward: Lewiston homeless shelter buffer zone is questionable

During the Lewiston City Council’s Sept. 20 meeting, Councilor Scott Harriman asked why we needed a buffer zone. The question was swept under the rug, and the motion continued. Despite the fact city councilors disagreed with the buffer zones, they compromised and approved a 250-foot buffer zone between schools, day cares and homeless shelters. The […]

Steve Verrill: DA candidate McLean fights for victims, justice

I recently met and spoke with Neil McLean. I believe he’s best qualified to be the next district attorney for Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties. Although this is an elected position, the importance of this job transcends politics. Qualifications matter. McLean is not running to fill a spot for a political party. He has a […]

Editorial cartoon for Friday, Sept. 23