Lawyers, Divorce Industry Like Mike - Should You?

Several years ago I went through a divorce which involved a Guardian ad litem (GAL). At the time I believed in the court system and had not reason to mistrust a GAL. As the divorce went from weeks to months it became apparent that this "officer of the court" was nothing more than an unmonitored GOD allowed to do an say and do anything they wanted. The very idea of a GAL in itself violates the rights that we have as citizens. Aside from the Guardian ad litem the whole process in Family Court has been and continues to be very revealing. It is a corrupt system that is in a slow state of decay.

Why is this important to you - A Republican, Independent or Democrat?

Three years ago I started to become politically active - being motivated by the corruption and decay I was seeing with Guardians ad litem and our Family Courts. There were few politicians that would give me the time of day - most brushing me aside as being sour grapes because of a divorce gone wrong.

Slowly though that has changed. In three years a grass roots group of like minded people have come together and managed to have legislation enacted (LD 872) which was signed by Gov. Paul LePage (July 2013). Since then there has been numerous pieces of correspondence with him regarding the issues in Family Court. This from myself and the many others who have been abused by the system. It has taken years to educate Gov. Paul LePage but he gets it and as a result the governor is clearly a Politician Putting Kids First.

The Governor has earned the wrath of many over the years. In the past few months he has been in the sights of the Judicial Branch (which has silently endorsed Mike Michaud), lawyers (with Mike Asen publicly stating that he and other lawyers do not want another 4 years of LePage), Guardians ad litem (which like the Judicial Branch has silently been endorsing Mike Michaud) and many who make their living off of divorcing families (the Divorce Industry) going through the Family Court system.

As a parent who has gone through or is going through a divorce and is considering a vote for Mike Michaud because of the values he may bring to the table, or the fact that he may be more polished than our current governor. I would ask this of you:

Why is it that the Judicial Branch, Family Court lawyers, GALs and the Divorce Industry like Mike so much? Why is it that they are raising money for Mike as if it were going out of style? Do you think they have your interest at heart?



If Mike is elected will he listen to your voice as a concerned parent or the voice of the Divorce Industry which has supported him financially?

We are asking you with this election to vote for anyone other than Mike Michaud. A vote for Mike in our eyes is a vote for the Divorce Industry and the status quo.

Some of the lawyers who like Mike:

Michael Asen Esq (MittelAsen) - has helped fundraise for Mike on several occasions - 07/25/2014; 08/11/2014; 08/14/2014;

Michael Asen Esq has also been quoted by the Portland Press Herald as saying “My highest priority is making sure we don’t have another four years of this governor.” in an August 12, 2014 posting and referring to Gov. Paul LePage. Remember Gov. Paul LePage signed the Dutremble bill LD 872 "An Act To Improve the Quality of Guardian ad Litem Services for the Children and Families of Maine" which the Judicial Branch hated as did lawyers and Guardians ad litem. Michael Asen Esq is also the chair of fund raising for Maine lawyers who like "Mike".

Diane Dusini Esq (MittelAsen) - has helped raise money for Mike on at least one occasion - 08/11/2014. It should be noted that is also the President of the Maine Bar.

Stephanie Cotsirilos - former Wall Street Lawyer - has helped raise money for Mike Michaud - 08/11/2014.

Robert Gips Esq (DrummondWoodsun) has helped raise money for Mike Michaud - 08/11/2014.

Neil Jamieson Esq (Prescott Jamieson Nelson & Murphy) has helped to raise money for Mike Michaud - 07/21/2014; 08/11/2014.

Brett D. Baber Esq (Lanham Blackwell & Baber) has helped to raise money for Mike Michaud - 08/11/2014.

Janis B. Cohen Esq. has helped to raise money for Mike Michaud - 08/11/2014.

Elizabeth Scheffee Esq. (Givertz Scheffee & Lavoie, PA) has helped raised money for Mike Michaud - 08/11/2014.

Richard S. Berne Esq. (Law Office of Richard Berne) - is helping Mike Michaud with campaign contributions - 08/11/2014.

Add to this list the fact that Senate President Justin Alfond has reportedly told Senators in his caucus - enough with GAL and Family Court reform……….

Planned Parenthood to Spend 500K in Support of Mike Michaud

Recently Maine has been assaulted by ads from Planned Parenthood (PAC) in support of Mike Michaud over Gov Paul LePage. Planned parenthood is planning on spending 500k to defeat the Governor. This is one of the most aggressive campaigns that Planned Parenthood has waged against a candidate in the state.

Why us it that Planned Parenthood support and want Mich Michaud so much. Is it because Mike is a better person? Or because of something else?

Our take is that Gov. Paul LePage has it right and Planned Parenthood is scared at the loss of funding. They look to Mike Michaud to reinstate the money that has been lost as much as supporting the reproductive rights of women. Planned Parenthood has been on the state and federal gravy train for years. They fear the loss associated with Gov Paul LePage. Our state is in no position where it can continue to support the policies that Planned Parenthood pushes on its clients. A vote for Gov. Paul LePage is a vote to keep more of your money in your pocket. A vote for Mike Michaud will mean opening up your checkbook for institutions and organizations like Planned Parenthood. To support policies that run against the ethics and morals that this country is based upon.

Do we want a career politician supporting special interests and funding their agendas. Or a politician that puts people first - that is putting our kids first? Supporting Gov. Paul LePage is supporting our kids.


For backup on the spending that Planned Parenthood is planning on spending:
2014-08-14 WABI - Planned Parenthood To Spend $500K In Maine Races
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2014 Gov Paul LePage is Putting Kids First - He cares

Out of all three candidates for Governor - Paul LePage gets it when it comes to our kids. Because of the experiences he had as a child has made him a champion for children. In 2013 he signed into law the bill Sen David Dutremble submitted - LD 872. Just recently in a radio interview he spoke of an incident that had a profound impact on his life:

2014-09-13 PPH: “Listen. My dad, I remember, my dad, being about 10 years old, my dad kicking my mother seven months pregnant. A week later, it’s a stillborn. I blame my dad. End of story. End of story.”

Gov. Paul LePage is going to bat for parental rights - have Mike Michaud or Elliot Cutler done the same? The last four years Gov. Paul LePage has been putting kids first. Voting for Gov Paul LePage will ensure that our kids continue to stay in the front.

Baby It’s Cold Outside, And It’s Expensive

Today, the RGA released this: Baby It’s Cold Outside, And It’s Expensive

But If Mike Michaud Had His Way, It Would Be Worse

“Maine, like many other parts of the country, has been gripped by freezing weather and soaring heating costs. If Mike Michaud had his way, the cost to heat your home would be even more expensive. In June 2009, Michaud voted to pass Cap & Trade, a national energy tax that would have been like increasing Mainers’ personal income taxes by 15%, costing the average household an additional $1,761 per year and would have caused an increase in electricity prices by 90%. Maine can’t afford Mike Michaud’s failed policies.”

Facts: Barack Obama said “Under My Plan Of A Cap And Trade System, Electricity Rates Will Necessarily Skyrocket.” According To An Analysis By The Heritage Foundation, Gas Prices Would Increase 58%.

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