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Letters to the Editor
  • Published
    November 7, 2011

    Deal in facts, Democrats, and stop blaming Bush

    Isn't it amazing how some people can twist facts and tell half truths to make a person sound bad, when in fact they really do not know the facts (e.g., Carol Roux, letter, Oct. 30).

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    November 7, 2011

    Expand access to treatment to aid addicts

    Based on my observations and knowledge with Suboxone, it needs to be easier to prescribe and easier for people to get from their physicians and clinics. There are many people who have stated that they would be clean if they could simply get a prescription of Suboxone; these people need to be helped.

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    November 7, 2011

    Smith: Skilled negotiator ready for the council

    I have known and worked with David Smith for more than 10 years. He was chairman of the Augusta Planning Board when I joined. He was then and continues to be passionate about the future of Augusta. I watched and learned much from him about city government. His interpersonal skills with the other board members and the public coming before the board were outstanding.

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    November 7, 2011

    Our election system is excellent, efficient

    I want to thank the many daily and weekly newspapers in Maine for coming out in support of same-day voter registration.

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    November 7, 2011

    Enforcing standards for healthy air a must

    Sen. Susan Collins is considering several bills that will send more business my way, but I am outraged. Why?

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    November 7, 2011

    Free trade is hurting American economy, life

    New free trade agreements were just approved by Congress and the president. Although FTAs have been devastating for Maine and the U.S. economy, Sen. Olympia Snowe voted to pass Panama and Sen. Susan Collins voted to pass Korea and Colombia.

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    November 7, 2011

    Did Thorndike voters approve building?

    Is the new Thorndike Town Office building going to cost more than the selectmen thought? How can that be?

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    November 7, 2011

    Home care, hospice and a boomer tsunami

    There is a tsunami coming at the rate of 10,000 baby boomers a day who turn 65 and this will happen for the next 20 years.

  • Published
    November 6, 2011

    The experience to lead Augusta forward

    David Smith is a solid choice for the Augusta City Council.

  • Published
    November 6, 2011

    Vose in new generation of political leaders

    A new generation of political leaders is emerging in Augusta, and we will all be better for it.