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TruthSeeker
of Hallowell, ME
Do a little Bailey research and you will see the reeking trail of negativity that goes from Native American bashing on the casino issue to trashing democrats in previous elections. Nice pick Ethan.report abuse
Apr 16, 2008 4:18 PM
Fins - To answer your question, apparently the Strimling campaign is working with gun-for-hire Dennis Bailey. Bailey has a Rove like record and you would think Ethan would choose more carefully who he plays with. The campaign has been spouting venom against other candidates in their e-mails for a month now. Many people have comment to me how surprised they are by the gutter tactics.
Do a little Bailey research and you will see the reeking trail of negativity that goes from Native American bashing on the casino issue to trashing democrats in previous elections. Nice pick Ethan.report abuse
Gerald Weinand
of Rockland, ME
Please be sure to look me up then. It is a great museum, and for those that haven't been there, it is well worth the visit. In fact, if you are looking for a weekend vacation destination, I am pleased to suggest Rockland/Owl's Head. Beer lovers will find a good variety at the Black Bull on Main Street.report abuse
Apr 16, 2008 3:13 PM
MainelyJack of New Gloucester, ME:
Please be sure to look me up then. It is a great museum, and for those that haven't been there, it is well worth the visit. In fact, if you are looking for a weekend vacation destination, I am pleased to suggest Rockland/Owl's Head. Beer lovers will find a good variety at the Black Bull on Main Street.report abuse
MainelyJack
of New Gloucester, ME
Apr 16, 2008 2:56 PM
I'm actually up your way often in the summer Gerald, as I volunteer at Owl's Head Transportation Museum. Cheers!!report abuseFinsUp!
of Portland, ME
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Strimling
He has never worked for a for-profit company. Non-profits and government/state public service. Why is this important? How can he possibly even understand the small business market, the struggles that operators face, the real struggles in making a profit in Maine to keep the business going? Answer, of course he can not which is why he shouldn't be elected.report abuse
Apr 16, 2008 2:52 PM
I am doing research as well. I went to the Wikipedia entry on Ethan Strimling (which he had to have something to do with) and was checking out his "professional" career.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethan_Strimling
He has never worked for a for-profit company. Non-profits and government/state public service. Why is this important? How can he possibly even understand the small business market, the struggles that operators face, the real struggles in making a profit in Maine to keep the business going? Answer, of course he can not which is why he shouldn't be elected.report abuse
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