In rebuttal: Gerard Decoteau: Letter writer ignores Trump’s flaws

I write in rebuttal to Deborah Diltz (“Letter’s insults, attacks on Trump ‘unworthy of publication’,” Aug. 28). She resents people calling Donald Trump a “dangerous imposter,” “buffoon,” “boorish foe” and “menace.” She ignores the fact that he is a twice-impeached self-admitted adulterer, compulsive liar and grifter. Did Trump put America first when his minions attacked […]

Ed Jawor: Rep. Cloutier supports Maine’s seniors, their families

I enthusiastically support Kristen Cloutier for House District 60 (formerly 94). She’s a strong leader working for Lewiston families. An example of Kristen’s leadership is her sponsorship of the Family Caregiver Grant Program (LD 296). This program provides tax credits for families who care for sick loved ones. It supports eldercare and assists families with […]

Editorial cartoon for Wednesday, Sept. 7

Cal Thomas: Is the ‘Red Wave’ fading?

It is difficult to believe that voters swimming in a red wave of anger and disgust at the Biden administration and what congressional Democrats have done will suddenly reverse course and either vote for the status quo or stay home, but that’s the goal of Democrats.

Roland Hachey: U.S. Rep. Golden offers trustworthy leadership, judgment

Take it from a Vietnam veteran who’s lived in this state for over 70 years: we haven’t had a representative who can deliver for Maine veterans like Jared Golden in a long time. He takes the time to listen to his fellow veterans, understands the issues we’re dealing with because he’s one of us, and […]

Richard Grandmaison: Rep. Craven helps people of Lewiston

“We the People by the People for the People” was the basis for the forming of our country. We must elect people who will help the people. Rep. Margaret Craven supports a government that is transparent and works to that end. She is responsive to her constituents and answers their questions and concerns truthfully. She […]

Edward Walworth: Many reasons to send Rotundo back to Augusta

I urge Lewiston voters to send Peggy Rotundo back to the Maine Senate in November. She chaired the Appropriations Committee in the past and consistently found ways to bring differing parties together on important issues. For years, Peggy worked at the Harward Center at Bates College. The center gets students involved with agencies and nonprofits, […]

Jerry Hume: U.S. ship is sinking amid growing divisiveness

The brief excerpts on the NBC Today show, taken from President Biden’s speech the evening of Sept. 1, was enough for me. The anger, the raised fist and rants about attacks on democracy was over the top, not to mention the red backdrop more mindful of a speech from the Kremlin. No administration prior to […]

In rebuttal: Brian Kelly: Criticisms of Trump are on mark

I found it ironic that Deborah Diltz complained about “insults and attacks” toward Donald Trump (“Letter’s insults, attacks on Trump ‘unworthy of publication’,” Aug. 28). Is Ms. Diltz unaware that Trump routinely dishes out insults (“Crooked Hillary,” “Crazy Bernie,” calling women “dogs”) and constantly attacks others: (media is “the enemy of the people,” female Congress […]

Krishan Verma: Wholehearted support for Rep. Craven’s re-election

I support Rep. Margaret Craven wholeheartedly to continue as Lewiston’s state representative. Margaret has served in the Maine Legislature for several years representing constituents like me. She has made remarkable progress passing bills that help Mainers. Under the leadership of Gov. Janet Mills, Margaret has been working day and night. I have found Margaret to […]