Letters to the Editor

6 days ago

Reflections on citizenship

To the editor:
I love America.
This is my first Fourth of July celebration since becoming a U.S. citizen this past April.

6 days ago

Found response disappointing

To the editor:
I found Bob Kipp’s letter to the editor on July 2, an answer to my submission on June 25, disappointing.

6 days ago

Bumbling along on the world stage

To the editor:
In April, the president announced “Liberation Day” and foolishly started a worldwide tariff war against friends and foes alike.

1 week ago

Power means a higher standard

To the editor:
Mr. Crean had questions about my letter published June 18.
First, regarding the Los Angeles protests, he asked whether a president should use force “if the protests are violent,” and what bar should be set for demonstrators’ behavior.

1 week ago

Budget bill could hurt schools

To the editor:
I am deeply concerned that provisions in the budget reconciliation bill working its way through Congress could weaken our schools, harm rural education, and reduce vital student supports and protections.

1 week ago

Justifiable or not?

To the editor:
Mr. Kipp, in his letter to the editor [published on] June 18, made some interesting comments.

3 weeks ago

The backbone of public health

To the editor:
I would like to extend appreciation and gratitude to the dedicated employees of Caribou Utilities District and the water and wastewater professionals serving communities throughout Aroostook County.

1 month ago

Don’t erase our history

To the editor:
Recently a good friend of mine became a U.S. citizen, one of 28 persons from 23 countries. I find great hope in this, for my friend but for this country.

1 month ago

We are called to walk together

To the editor:
Spring returns.
As the season changes, nature awakens — and so do many of our community’s activities.