Running for Office is a True Test of Character - Can Your Candidate handle the Pressure?

The political season is fast coming to a close and the attacks will only become stronger and more pointed. The attacks will come from both sides and aimed towards the other. What is interesting is the fallout from these ads. For instance we have seen the fallout from PAC ads against Jeff Evangelos running in district 49 against Bob Carter. Supporters for Jeff have come out in local papers where people have expressed their outrage about these negative ads and rightly so. The character of this man is being called into question. Are the statements untrue or are they just a little to close to home? That is something you as the voter will have to decide in just a few days.

As a voter you should look to see how your candidate handles being under the gun. Is this person a poor sport in the way he/ she handles criticism or does he/ she show grace under fire. Brushing aside the attacks and not falling for being set up. Does the candidate respond from the heart or the head. Running for office is a test of character. Do we really want someone in Augusta that ignores the competition and acts in a childlike manner? Of course not.

That is why we ask that you cast your vote for the Republicans in Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties. They have come under fire and have shown grace that one would expect our political leaders to display. Vote Republican, vote for change and vote for our future.

Maine Coast Television Channel 7 - Republican Candidate Schedule

10/22  2pm & 9pm  Carole Gartley

10/24  2pm & 9pm  Bob Carter

10/27  2pm & 9pm  Les Fossel

10/29  2pm & 9pm  Deb Sanderson and Jethro Pease (will play back to back)

10/31  2pm & 9pm  Mike Collins and Chris Rector (will play back to back)

11/03  2pm & 9pm  Jon Courtney

11/05  2pm & 9pm  Carole Gartley and Deb Sanderson (will play back to back)

These are interviews with the Republican candidates and it is a good opportunity to become familiar with the issues that your candidate stands for.

On the Campaign trail with Chris Rector

Last night Vianlhaven had a candidate forum in which both Chris Rector and Ed Mazurek participated. Chris Rector managed to do better than hold his own in this traditionally Democrat stronghold. This forum should be considered a "win" for Chris.


Tonight there is a forum sponsored by the Union Chamber of Commerce. There is a pot luck dinner from 5:30 - 6:30 and the forum starts at 6:30. We do not know what the format will be. Other Republicans of note who will be there are Les Fossel (Senate dist 20), Jethro Pease (House dist. 44), Bob Carter (House dist. 49) and Deb Sanderson (House dist. 52). Please come out and support these candidates.
 
Tomorrow (October 12) Chris Rector will find himself in Augusta. He will be co-chairing the Maine Economic Growth Council. This should should keep him occupied until the afternoon. Later in the afternoon expect to find Chris knocking on doors in the Rockport or Camden area.
 
Saturday (October 13) expect to find Chris Rector greeting the guests visiting from the cruise ship visiting Rockland that day. The afternoon will find Chris Rector in Thomaston as part of an Historical tour of the Thomaston Cemetery with the Thomaston Historical Society. Chris will be reading some information about notable citizens buried there.
 
Sunday (October 14) Chris can be found in the afternoon will be attending a meeting at the Second Congregational Church in Warren. The new pastor, Andrew Stinson will be giving a speech about his duty as a military Chaplin.

Maine Political News August 15, 2012

We went to a meeting last night at the Knox County Republican Headquarters on Park Street in Rockland Maine. The parking lot was full and when we went inside we were greeted by Paula Sutton, an energetic lady who helps things run smoothly at meetings for Knox County Republicans and does much more. She introduced herself and had us sign in, showed us where the refreshments were, took an interest in what we said and how we could help the cause.

The meeting was chaired by Jan Dolcater, a likable man with real determination. Jan was proud to share the fact that the Knox County Republicans helped raise $40,000 for heating assistance for families in need in Knox County and he should be proud, that's quite a feat!

The crowd was fired up, we shared ideas and gathered email addresses to rally the troops for the just over 3 months until the November 6th election.

Here are the Knox County Republican Candidates and their contact information:

Charlie Summers for United States Senate. He is a Proven Leader for Maine and America.http://www.summersformaine.com

Chris Rector for State Senate District 22 who is looking for re-election to continue his good work in overcoming the challenges still facing Maine today. cwrector@hotmail.com

Les Fossel for State Senate who offers Solutions for a prosperous Maine. fossel@oldhouserestoration.com

Jon Courtney for Congress a small business owner who understands the challenges job creators face and is the Change Washington Needs. www.joncourtney.com

Mike Collins for State Representative District 48 who wants to bring a different viewpoint to Augusta that represents the views of the working men and women who live in District 48. mccollins4b@roadrunner.com

Deb Sanderson for State Representative District 52 is seeking re-election to the Maine House of Representatives. She believes that Augusta works for the people of Maine - not the other way around. deb.sanderson@hotmail.com

Bob Carter for State Legislature wants to listen to your sound advice and new ideas. Join Bob in a Campaign for Maine's Future. rcjcsccc@aol.com

Carole Gartley for State Representative serving Camden Rockport. Carole is part of this community. A small business owner immersed in the community, Carole needs your vote. Visit Carole on Facebook.

For more information call the Knox County Republican Committee at (207) 594-5118
No matter who you choose to vote for, please vote on November 6th!

By Catherine Cooper