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October 30, 2011

Letters to the editor, Oct. 30, 2011Federal toxic product law needed

As a young woman and student of public health, I chose to concentrate in maternal and child health because of my desire to improve the health and well-being of women, families and communities. I was shocked to learn about the health risks that women my age are exposed to by toxic chemicals in consumer products. […]
Published
October 29, 2011

Letters to the editor, Oct. 29, 2011Goings-on bother former city resident

I grew up in Portland on Munjoy Hill and have great memories — of Deering Oaks, Lincoln Park and the Eastern Prom. I work in Portland and continue to feel a connection with the city. I am baffled by some of the things the City Council is doing. A docking berth for mega ships that […]
Published
October 29, 2011

More letters to the editor, Oct. 29, 2011Readers express choices for elected mayor of Portland

Let’s start with the fact that Portland is a successful city, with a trophy case full of national awards and one of the lowest unemployment rates in America. After taking the oath of office in January, our new mayor will inherit the job of keeping this momentum going. But he or she can’t do it […]
Published
October 28, 2011

Letters to the editor, Oct. 28, 2011Fireboat accident on their minds

Portland’s fire chief and the city have acted bizarrely regarding this latest accident involving the fire boat. Everything is vague or secret. It seems like the chief covers for his men, then a city spokeswoman covers for him. The dangers of the current training and evaluation process revealed by these accidents must be addressed immediately. […]
Published
October 27, 2011

More Letters to the Editor, Oct. 27, 2011Slots would save harness racing industry

On Election Day, the people of Maine have a unique opportunity to support the creation of a world- class resort, racetrack and slots facility in the city of Biddeford by voting yes on Question 2. In this desperate economy, two companies with long histories in Maine, Ocean Properties and Scarborough Downs, have committed to investing […]

Published
October 26, 2011

Letters to the Editor, Oct. 26, 2011Obama foes hope for change

“Change is coming to America.” Mr. Obama, your words, your inspiration, but not your legacy! Were those just scripted notes to get elected? Mr. Obama, you took an oath to lead. Instead, you followed. It is not too late to challenge America to pay attention to the people of this great country. Forget the re-election […]
Published
October 25, 2011

Letters to the Editor, Oct. 25, 2011Religions differ on same-sex marriage

I officiated at a wedding in our church recently. The couple was beaming and the guests were excited as the two exchanged vows of fidelity “for as long as you both shall live.” I offered the blessing of Christ’s church as I’ve done for hundreds of couples over 40 years of ministry — 22 as […]
Published
October 24, 2011

Letters to the editor, Oct. 24, 2011Alternative energy carries high cost

We have not heard much lately regarding the proposed wind project in Highland Plantation. We are very aware that, at some point, First Wind LLC will likely submit another application to the Land Use Regulation Commission with a few tweaks included to make the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife happy. There is also a […]
Published
October 24, 2011

Letter of the Day, Oct. 24, 2011Portland can be a leader in eliminating plastic bags

Bags given out at grocery stores are not free; their cost is buried in the price of goods purchased. With a plastic bag fee, market forces will bring down the cost of goods while consumers will have a choice whether to pay for bags or bring their own clean, reusable ones. It’s not a tax. […]
Published
October 23, 2011

Letters to the Editor, Oct. 23, 2011Casinos: Good or bad for state?

The article on the front page of the Telegram Oct. 9, “Gambling and harness racing,” subtitled, “Sharing the wealth,” which said, “An issue in the debate over two gambling proposals is who benefits from gambling profits,” misses the mark. The chart on page A4 shows some of the distributions of profit, but that is not […]

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