On June 12, Betsy Sweet will be my first choice for the Democratic nomination for governor. I have been a family practitioner in Maine since 1997. Additionally, for the past 14 years, I’ve expanded my practice to include providing medication-assisted treatment for individuals suffering with opioid addiction. It is a proven, effective, evidence-based practice.

As I reviewed the position of the candidates on the opioid epidemic published in this newspaper on May 28, there is one candidate that present a position to make a difference in this crisis. That candidate is undoubtedly Betsy Sweet.

Betsy understands that we need treatment for individual and families. Too many Mainers are suffering and lack access to insurance. We must expand Medicaid. Betsy has made healthcare for all a centerpiece of her candidacy.

Please stand with me, and vote for hope in stopping this crisis by voting for Betsy Sweet on June 12.

Jennifer McConnell

Winthrop


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