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As our election draws closer, I wanted to take the time to write a letter on behalf of Mike Ray, candidate for state representative for District 40. I believe Ray is the best person to serve as our District 40 representative in Augusta.
For the past several years, Paige Zeigler has worked for our district as a concerned and active legislator. Now that he is retiring, I believe that Ray will represent our communities with the same kind of commitment that Rep. Zeigler has. He has been actively running for this office with the commitment, accessibility and vigor that I had come to value so much in Zeigler’s service.
I believe Ray will be an exemplary legislator who will work earnestly on behalf of the people he represents. He brings a wealth of valuable and varied experience to this post, including years as an elected selectman for the town of Lincolnville; membership on a variety of boards, councils, committees and commissions, both local and state, working on behalf of residents in this district; and a wide and diverse work experience, all serving to inform his ability to legislate effectively for our district. He is familiar with the state and knows the unique challenges that this district in midcoast Maine, coastal, inland and island areas face.
Ray has a caring heart and the patience to actively listen to the needs and desires of his community. He will continue District 40’s strong representation in Augusta.
Cheryl Wienges
Lincolnville
