The Republican 2019 proposed budget is out. It contains more big tax cuts for corporations and banks and small tax cuts for working class families. It includes cuts to Social Security, Medicare Medicaid and veterans benefits. They also plan to raise the age for Medicare benefits to start at 67 instead of 65. Republican Bruce […]
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Mills has the qualifications
Janet Mills is the only person who has all the qualifications to become the governor of Maine. She was the first woman district attorney in New England; she was in the Legislature and on the Appropriations Committee; she then became the first female attorney general of Maine. During those years, along with her husband, she […]
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Janet Mills has the experience
When tracing the history of successful people, it’s amazing how many started by delivering newspapers. That is how Janet Mills, who is running for Governor, learned her work ethic and about caring for fellow Mainers. Mills attended law school and became an attorney. Later, she ran for district attorney for the Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin […]
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Golden will fight for the people
A person’s values say a lot about their character — who they are and why people view them with respect. Jared Golden, a Lewiston resident, has earned that respect. Born in Lewiston and raised in Leeds, he graduated from high school and felt a call to action after 9/11 and joined the Marines. He served […]
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Chin seeks to improve lives
It is ridiculous to have to vote again is the sentiment of many seniors and other people I have talked to since the Lewiston election in November. Ben Chin got 4,239 votes — some 1,260 more that his opponent. Why should Lewiston taxpayers pay for a second election? Lewiston has had great elected leaders who were […]
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Chin has done more
Mayoral candidate Ben Chin has a genuine smile but takes serious the concerns residents talk to him about code enforcement, property tax and schools, etc. Chin has done more for Lewiston residents but at a higher level than his opponents. He has been one of the leaders on raising the minimum wage, reducing property taxes […]
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Ben Chin is a great listener
The upcoming election in Lewiston is about electing a mayor who will bring a vision to improve the city. The community needs new ideas that have positive impact for all residents. Mayoral candidate Ben Chin has progressive ideas. He has always advocated for justice and fairness for all. He has been one of the leaders […]
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Cain is needed
Emily Cain is needed to represent all the people in the 2nd District as its congresswoman. Cain is high energy, has high standards and is honest, hardworking and trustworthy. She is not a fast talker like her opponent. She will always support Social Security, Medicare and veterans’ benefits. She listens and does her homework to […]
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Cain will support senior citizens
The “buyer beware” slogan gets people’s attention. This year, voters beware. As a senior, I am concerned about re-electing Bruce Poliquin. His record in Congress shows he votes his party’s line. Speaker of the House Paul Ryan is on record planning to cut “entitlements” — code for Social Security, Medicare and veterans’ benefits. Poliquin voted […]
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Gives back to the community
Roger Fuller is running as a Democrat for House of Representative District 59 in the June 14 primary. Fuller is retired after 42 years in education as a teacher and administrator. He is a small business owner and a landlord in Lewiston and owns a property in New Hampshire. He knows he will have big […]