In November, I will be voting for Ben Chin for mayor of Lewiston because he can get things done. He led the way in opposing the Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) trash program proposed by the city that would have required residents to buy expensive plastic garbage bags. Residents were against that costly and not-well-thought-out program, and the […]
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Former councilor Mark Cayer announces bid for mayor
LEWISTON — Mark Cayer, a former three-term city councilor, will run for mayor this year on a platform focused on economic development. Cayer, a police officer-turned-private investigator, said he’d like to see less partisan politics controlling local campaigns and more emphasis on growing the business community. “I’ve always had an interest in running for mayor,” […]
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Chin inspired me to get involved
Two years back, I was deeply frustrated with the political leaders in Maine and Lewiston. Every time I read a local headline, I was embarrassed, saddened and shocked. Then, a young man who was running for mayor of Lewiston, Ben Chin, inspired me to get involved politically — for the first time in my life. […]
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Honored to support Ben Chin
Ben Chin has dedicated all of his adult life to a vision of a community that works for everyone — a place where no one is left behind. He has been at the very center of developing the Universal Family Care policy, which includes affordable home care for seniors so they can gracefully age in […]
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Lewiston's Ben Chin announces bid for mayor
Ben Chin announces his candidacy for the mayor of Lewiston on Thursday evening at Museum L-A in the Bates Mill Complex in Lewiston. LEWISTON — Ben Chin, who was narrowly defeated in a high-profile runoff election for mayor in 2015, announced Thursday he intends to run for the seat again this year. Chin revealed his […]
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Macdonald will protect the people
I have come to the conclusion that a vote for Ben Chin will be a vote to take one on the chin for the taxpayers in the city of Lewiston. He is as far left in his thought process as a person can be. Most Lewiston residents have worked or are still working to pay […]
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Macdonald a strong advocate
Lewiston Mayor Robert Macdonald has given a lifetime of public service, both to his community and country. He is a Vietnam War veteran, having served with the 1st Marine Division. He has also been a Lewiston Police officer, detective and an ed tech at the Middle School. Macdonald has been a leader for the development […]
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Chin the right choice for mayor
Ben Chin has set a new standard for a municipal local campaign in Maine. He has visited thousands of doors in Lewiston, listening to people. He thoroughly researches issues and puts forward realistic plans for the revitalization of this city. He wants to unite people to use their abilities and expertise with a common purpose. […]
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Chin has positive message
Ben Chin is a leader, bringing people together. He is accustomed to leading by consensus for the good of all. He can work with all kinds of folks in a positive way and is a true listener. At a time when a candidate can wear himself out telling voters what to think, it is refreshing […]
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Chin committed to Lewiston
On Dec. 8, I will be supporting Benjamin Chin, Lewiston’s next mayor. I am a lifelong resident of Lewiston, a college student at Central Maine Community College and actively engaged in this community. I have often questioned if I should remain in my home town to further my education, my career and start a family […]