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PublishedApril 5, 2012
Did you know US exports more oil than it imports?
Heeding the adage, “The people have a right to know,” I wish to offer the most recent information that this 71-year-old engineer has stumbled upon. It pains me to see the way our political leaders are using the American public for their own selfish ends, by collectively lying to us about the way the Saudis […]
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PublishedApril 5, 2012
Gardiner travel team’s coach a positive role model
I wanted to acknowledge a great group of people I met this past basketball season, as well as the coach of the Gardiner middle school travel team. My nephew plays on the team and I attended many games. The families involved with this sport really impressed me, but one man’s actions in particular were notable, […]
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PublishedApril 5, 2012
Thanks to person who turned in the keys
I want to say thank you to the person who turned in my keys to the Gardiner Police Station, I appreciate your kindness. Thank you! Laurie Geroux Augusta
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PublishedApril 4, 2012
Health care gains five justices could erase
The tea party Republicans have sent the Affordable Care Act to the Supreme Court extremists (The Five) to determine its constitutionality. Remember, five justices chose our president in 2000, and five justices miraculously made corporations into individuals in 2011. This should be frightening in a democracy. The Five could erase gains provided by the Affordable […]
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PublishedApril 4, 2012
Catholics pay taxes that support things they oppose
This is in reply to the letter written by Stan Davis on March 25 regarding Sen. Susan Collins’ support of the Blunt amendment, which would have overturned the part of Barack Obama’s regulation that required faith-based organizations to pay for health insurance that covers contraceptives, abortion pills and sterilization. I am happy that Davis was […]
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PublishedApril 4, 2012
Obama will clip US eagle’s talons for Russian bear
We paranoid conservatives have been expressing great concerns about the president’s re-election, as there would be no moderating influence on his leftist agenda. In Seoul, South Korea, recently, Barack Obama had a conversation with Dmitry Medvedev, president of Russia, that was picked up by an open microphone that was supposed to be off. Obama: “On […]
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PublishedApril 3, 2012
Collins’ bill gives EPA time, doesn’t gut Clean Air Act
Sen. Susan Collins has always defended the Clean Air Act strongly, the federal law authored by Maine Sen. Ed Muskie. Collins also has made it a priority to reduce the threat of harmful mercury to our people and our wildlife. She recently voted to maintain a rule that will reduce emissions of soot and ozone […]
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PublishedApril 3, 2012
Motorcycle registrations,inspections law clarified
This is in response to a letter to the editor from Terry Tiner of Belgrade. It appears that he received misinformation about the new laws regarding motorcycle inspections. I hope that I can clarify this for him. Beginning this year, motorcycle registrations will be phased in and expire in March of each year. For example, […]
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PublishedApril 3, 2012
Standards-based education up for vote this week
The Maine Legislature is expected to vote this week on whether to enact L.D. 1422, which would mandate standards-based education (SBE) on every school statewide. SBE includes a move away from traditional grades and grade levels as well as a 1-4 grading scale through high school. Under SBE, students move at their own pace through […]
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PublishedApril 2, 2012
One word in headline changed letter’s intent
I’m struck by the difference a word makes in a headline. The author of a recent letter was careful to keep “religious organizations” plural, preserving the diversity of witness in churches; but the editorial page headline “Does the church have right to decide for women?” lumps all together in a monolithic threat to women’s rights. […]
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