An Open Letter to Rep. Marc Malon: Transparency is needed and necessary

Dear Marc, I just read your recent “Cleaning Out the Notebook” piece that you posted on Facebook. Overall, this is a good and interesting piece; a valuable behind-the-scenes view for those of us not watching Augusta as closely as we should. Although I sometimes disagree with your positions, I do admire your tenacity and your … Continue reading An Open Letter to Rep. Marc Malon: Transparency is needed and necessary

Malon returns to Augusta for Biddeford

By RANDY SEAVER State Rep. Marc Malon (D-Biddeford) will soon begin his second term representing a portion of Biddeford in the Maine State House of Representatives. Malon is one of three lawmakers – all Democrats -- who make up the city’s legislative delegation. State Rep. Traci Gere is also returning to Augusta and represents Biddeford’s … Continue reading Malon returns to Augusta for Biddeford

Moving In Stereo

I make my living by stringing words together, but I have always thought that they were just words -- tools to build a story or make a point. Some people, however, get all bent out of shape and very self-righteous if you have the temerity to use a word not sanctioned by the guardians of … Continue reading Moving In Stereo

A Fork in the Road: Sympathy for the Devil

As Chaucer once said, all good things must come to an end. And that’s where I find myself today: another fork in the road, another pivot point in my career. Over the past few days, several people have asked me why I started the Biddeford Gazette, and why I am no longer writing for Saco … Continue reading A Fork in the Road: Sympathy for the Devil

Running To Stand Still

While most political pundits and prognosticators in Maine are laser focused on the presidential and Congressional races, I am taking a more local approach and invite you to join me in thinking about the legislative races here in Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach. Between now and Election Day (Nov. 5), you can expect to … Continue reading Running To Stand Still

I Wanna Hold Your Hand

Two rather interesting events happened this week, each painting a troubling picture for loyal, solid Democrats at both the national and local level: Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced he would not seek reelection, and City Councilor Marty Grohman was elected to become Biddeford’s next mayor. What do Manchin and Grohman have in common? … Continue reading I Wanna Hold Your Hand