As a candidate for the legislature, I have received countless surveys from various organizations asking me for my views on the issues. Unfortunately, as I have been juggling my full-time job along with the task of knocking on doors in my district, I haven't had the time to answer all of the surveys. However I did I get a few important endorsements, which I would like to share with you:
Maine People's Alliance - Last winter I spent exactly one and a half days going door to door in the blistering cold for the citizen action group's affordable health care campaign. Ever since then I've had the utmost respect for this wonderful organization's dedication to crucial issues like health care, affordable housing, and protection against toxic chemicals. I am honored to have their endorsement.
Maine State Nurses Association - I have always respected the MSNA for their advocacy for patients' rights and affordable healthcare.
Maine Education Association - Education for our children requires investing in our teachers.
Maine State Employees Association - Labor union representing more than 15,000 public and private sector workers throughout Maine.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
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- Andrew O'Brien
- My name is Andrew O'Brien and I am the Democratic candidate for the Maine State House of Representatives in District 44, which includes Islesboro, Lincolnville, Hope, Appleton, Searsmont, Liberty and Morrill. I was born in Lincolnville, Maine and I attended local schools before pursuing a bachelor degree in history at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey. From 2001 to 2007, I lived and worked in Taiwan as a teacher and political reporter. During those years I also worked as a human rights activist and toured extensively throughout Asia with my rock band. In 2007, I returned to the US to pursue a degree in education. Currently I am working at a homeless shelter, writing for a magazine and painting houses. Living and working at a time of uncertainty concerning our state's budget and economy led me to the path I have chosen as a candidate for the State House. As a native of Lincolnville and as someone who has worked in a variety of trades, I feel that I truly understand the problems ordinary working Mainers face on a daily basis. I am up for the challenge of tackling some of the big problems in our state and I hope to share ideas with all of you on the campaign trail very soon!