Meet the Candidate: Brandon Morris Seeks Bangor City Council Seat
Brandon Morris is seeking a seat on the Bangor City Council with a campaign focused on unity, transparency, and putting Bangor residents first. In this edition of The Maine Mirror’s Local Candidate Spotlight series, Morris shares what inspired him to run, the values guiding his campaign, and the priorities he says he would pursue if elected.
A Community Doing It Right: South Berwick’s Commitment to Transparency and Accessibility
What does true transparency look like in local government? South Berwick is providing a strong example. By creating clear, community-friendly meeting recaps that help residents understand what happened, what’s coming next, and why it matters, the town is making public information more accessible and civic engagement easier for everyone.
Matt Dunlap’s Warning: “Often, You Only Know What You Are Told”
In his February 12, 2025 testimony supporting LD 127, Maine State Auditor Matt Dunlap used a powerful historical example to demonstrate why independent oversight matters. By contrasting an 1881 report praising the State Reform School with an investigation uncovering troubling conditions experienced by children, Dunlap reminded lawmakers that transparency and accountability are essential because, as he stated, “Often, you only know what you are told.”