I met Shenna Bellows in 2014 when she ran a vigorous campaign against Susan Collins. I joined the campaign staff and spent most of 2014 working hard for Bellows. It’s an honor to be able to support her again as a volunteer in 2026. In 2021, Bellows became Maine’s first female secretary of state. She […]
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the editor of the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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For Palestinians, the pain of Nakba lingers 78 years later | Letter
The piecemeal ethnic cleansing has evolved into a full-fledged genocide in Gaza.
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How can anyone support this administration? | Letter
Has the Trump administration done anything legally, ethically, morally or competently? I think not. From the economy, healthcare, the environment, immigration issues and international policies (including this stupid, needless war with Iran) to supporting our citizens in need of food and shelter, and so much more — I can see nothing the president and his […]
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Maine needs Jordan Wood’s youth and fresh perspective | Letter
I was encouraged to read the May 7 op-ed by Steve Collins, “National Democratic backing may be Baldacci’s undoing.” I am supporting Jordan Wood of Auburn for the 2nd District congressional seat. So, I was very frustrated and angry that a national group of Democrats would give their support and resources to one candidate before […]
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Maine needs to wise up about radon risk | Letter
It is sad that the state of Maine does not mandate radon testing in school buildings. In the recent report on the subject, school committees and towns seem to be worried more about the cost of remediation than the effect on the young lives that are potentially being adversely affected. (“Some Maine schools have unsafe […]
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Troy Jackson has the most experience, skill | Letter
The trick is to look past labels. Look past the paint and see what’s under the hood. Troy Jackson is a powerhouse candidate for governor. He’s planning two things guaranteed to lift all Mainers up: affordable homes and affordable healthcare. Jackson is as earnest about justice and renewable energy as Hannah Pingree and Angus King […]
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The incredible hypocrisy of MAGA attacks on Platner | Letter
Considering the Trump administration actions we witness each day, the PAC attack ads detailing Graham Platner’s past words and questionable actions strike me as odd. A Marine veteran, Platner served combat tours in Middle Eastern war zones, returning home to process experiences most Americans cannot relate to. But some of us understand how long the unraveling […]
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Moldy cannabis report misled on remediation | Letter
The conversation should be grounded in science and context — not misrepresenting legitimate safety practices.
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State Senate adjourned too soon | Letter
President Mattie Daughtry’s decision to adjourn the Senate sine die while a critical bill remained on the table effectively killed that bill, LD 127 (An Act to Strengthen Legislative Oversight of Government Agencies and Programs by Reaffirming the Legislature’s Access to Confidential Records), a bipartisan effort to protect vulnerable children. What happened in Augusta appeared […]
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Frankly unimpressed with best hot dog roundup | Letter
Ray Routhier’s May 7 article, “13 Maine hot dog spots to relish this summer,” was informative and well written. Unfortunately for people who don’t live south or west of Lewiston or along the coast, though, there seemed to be no hot dog spots worth visiting. This is not true. Courtney’s Hotdogs of Winslow is a […]