Gov. Paul LePage is working to bring Maine’s fiscal house in order by prioritizing spending. When are the members of our Legislature going to understand that we must prioritize what is to be spent? There have been numerous “pet projects” through the years, such as subsiding MPBN to the tune of $3.7 million. Think what that amount of money could do to help with heating assistance during this coming winter. Federal money to the states for heating assistance has been reduced, so Maine will be forced to reduce the amount of heating assistance offered to homes throughout the state.

In our homes we set precedence for what we spend, and usually the “needs” come well before the “wants.” It is time for the Maine Legislature to work to that end.

I thank LePage for his efforts and hope that he will continue to press toward fiscally responsible government.

Patricia Hudson

Newcastle