I was appalled by the comment made by the Lincoln County Republican Committee Chairperson Earl Inman in the Nov. 15 edition of the newspaper. (“New landscape for Lincoln County Republicans,” Page 1)

Is it just us or does it seems like these weeks are rushing by with a dizzying speed?

It’s unfortunate this national Election Day falls so late in the month of November that it has seemingly all but overshadowed Veterans’ Day this year.

Veterans’ Day is this coming Sunday, Nov. 11 and it’s a chance to remind all your readers how much we owe to veterans who served, died and those now serving around the world in defense of our country.

Many of us routinely engage in recreational carping about Central Maine Power: service; it’s erratic, costs too much, or, in the case of our neighborhood last summer, they left an ungodly mess behind when cutting and trimming trees that imperiled their power lines.

We are reminded of a passage from David Bradley’s 1981 novel, “The Chaneysville Incident,” as we look ahead to next week’s election.

I went to the Lincoln Theater production of “Harvey” this past weekend and loved it. The humor, the timing, the acting, the set was superb. I urge every one to go!

This week, an out-of-state real estate buyer submitted an application to demolish a historic 1730s cape that is a key part of the Damariscotta Mills landscape, and more importantly, the village’s amazing history. The application submittal means that the clock is now ticking, and they’re getting the wrecking ball ready to raze the lovely old home formerly owned and loved by the late Connie Curley, who passed away last week.

As we go to press we await word on whether two local races for the state legislature will go to a recount.

In August 1995, I visited my dad, Jim Lester (then age 72), and his wife who were living on Westport Island. We took a road (and boat) trip and one day hiked on Monhegan Island.

A great big thank you to everyone who made it possible for the wonderful time we seniors enjoyed on Saturday at the Boothbay school.

There was a moment at the end of the final presidential debate this past Monday, when the two candidates are on stage with their families, shaking hands and engaging in small talk.

To those who have been to the town hearings or read the front page of The Lincoln County News concerning the upcoming vote.

The critical upcoming presidential election will determine whether this democracy will be upheld or whether it will become a plutocracy, ruled by, and for the very wealthiest among us.