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The Mainers I grew up with in the 1980s and 1990s were very practical. They knew that if the community was going to accomplish anything, it had to be done by people of goodwill. Maine folks concentrated on the common goals they shared with their neighbors. Citizens didn’t have to agree on all issues (or even most issues!) to collaborate on town government, nonprofit projects, and school boards. Let’s uphold these traditional Maine values.
Instead of working cooperatively to address our economic challenges, many Republican politicians seem to try to convince us that the real problem is immigrants, pronouns, trans youth and college students, not to mention diversity, equity and inclusion. Why? Because, apparently, moral indignation and outrage are easier to sell, and point the finger away from the GOP.
What are the actual harms caused by people with differing beliefs and identities? Focusing on exaggerated social “dangers” means that politicians in power are free to ignore the U.S. cost-of-living crisis.
Has the Republican administration lowered the price of our groceries, fuel, housing, prescription drugs, childcare, or healthcare? Are the priorities of this White House in line with American moral values? Has the president brought concrete benefits into our lives? Does the USA have an effective international reputation now? What are the key legislative accomplishments of this Republican Congress?
Please be courageous and make your voices heard: White House Comment Line
202-456-1111; Sen. Susan Collins 207-622-8414; Senator Angus King 207-622-8292; Rep. Chellie Pingree 207-774-5019; Rep. Jared Golden 207-241-6767; Maine House 1-800-423-2900; Maine Senate 1-800-423-6900.
Livka Farrell
Rockland