Having grown up here in Lewiston, I give credit to this city for having the ability to absorb new immigrant populations and to allow space for different cultures to shape the city’s identity and bring new vitality. It has been a part of Lewiston’s evolution since its inception and an essential part of future growth. […]
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City cannot support more immigrants
For some time now, I was leaning toward a change in the Lewiston mayoral race to favor Ben Chin. He is young and seems like he would do a great job. But, recently, I have heard from many that he is a supporter of immigrants and would welcome more of them to Lewiston. Can Lewiston […]
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Joe Dunne takes down signs; community rallies against hate
More video: Joe Dunne explains why his signs are personal, not racist.| Ben Chin talks about what the signs mean to him. | Rally gives people a chance to talk about hate in the community. LEWISTON — For now, Joe Dunne’s signs are down but the landlord promised they’d go back up somewhere in the city, probably on […]
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Video: Joe Dunne says Ben Chin signs were personal attacks not racist
LEWISTON — Building owner Joe Dunne says he was fighting back at mayoral candidate Ben Chin’s accusations he was a slumlord. That’s why he put up two signs attacking Chin during the weekend. The signs that read “Don’t vote for Ho Chi Chin; vote for more jobs not welfare” were spotted on Main Street and Pine […]
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Chin a strong advocate for Lewiston
I agree with Sherie Blumenthal, “Chin will move Lewiston forward,” in her letter to the editor (Oct. 10). Lewiston is home for me, from being born in Lewiston to raising three, now grown, children. Through the years, I have seen leaders with both positive and negative energy and believe our community benefits when we have […]
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Maine GOP takes a swing at Ben Chin with blog
LEWISTON — Maine Republicans have stepped into Lewiston’s mayoral race, creating a website designed to show just how liberal candidate Ben Chin is. “What we are really trying to do is get the truth about Ben Chin’s positions, wanting non-citizens to vote, his liberal tax-and-spend policies and big, bloated welfare programs,” Jason Savage, executive director […]
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Chin will tackle the tough problems
I first met mayoral candidate Ben Chin at a young-professionals gathering at Baxter Brewery. His friendly manner and speech impressed me. It was obvious that he cares very much for this community and will tackle the tough problems that Lewiston faces. Recently, he was in my neighborhood knocking on doors and my grandfather and I […]
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Chin will move Lewiston forward
I am a young professional with a growing family who has lived and worked in downtown Lewiston for nearly 10 years. Like others, I have made a conscious choice to invest in Lewiston because I have witnessed considerable positive energy and growth and see great potential for this city and its diverse people. I am […]
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Chin will bring positive change
Lewiston mayoral candidate Ben Chin continues to put forward meaningful proposals for the revitalization of the Lewiston community. These include creating a “model block” on Lisbon Street; encouraging owner-occupied housing in Lewiston, including cooperatives; and setting up an Office of New Mainers at City Hall to assist the integration of new residents. He also suggests […]
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Chin is the best candidate
Why is Lewiston Mayor Robert Macdonald doing everything in his power to divide and single out people? While I’m in favor of government transparency, shaming the city’s welfare recipients makes no sense. In his four years in office, Macdonald has shown nothing but disdain for many Lewiston residents. Ben Chin has a track record of […]