There is a reason that many elections, statewide and nationwide, have been won by Republicans — the Republicans are on the move.

There is a new enthusiasm for Republican ideals. There are candidates who really have something to say and there are a large number campaigning, especially in the presidential race. These all show strength and vitality in the Republican Party.

It is refreshing, encouraging and exciting to see the number of intelligent, vibrant, promising and politically acute Republicans coming forth with a clear vision of America and the words and actions to back it up.

Sybilla Pettingill, Lisbon Falls