I believe the voters should reelect Dave Miramant to the Maine Senate.

In his first term, Dave worked to increase state funding for education to the 55% passed years ago in a referendum. He believes in reducing the burden of property taxes while providing a quality education that meets the varied needs of Maine’s children—our future.

Senator Miramant used his skills and knowledge as an airline captain to work across the aisle for bi-partisan solutions to Maine’s challenges, sponsoring bills that got unanimous support.

Dave also is working hard to build a thriving economy in Knox County that supports small businesses and builds our tech capabilities, with good-paying jobs that stay here. As an example, he supported the passage of a $50 million bond that will provide funding for the research, development and commercialization of technologies and help grow small businesses.

As a member of the Marine Resources Committee, he works to protect our ocean economy, jobs and the environment, focusing on renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. This is vitally important for our fishing industry, tourism, and food production.

I urge voters in Senate District 12 to return Dave Miramant to the Maine Senate, where he will continue to work for the benefit of all Maine voters.

Susan Vaughan lives in St. George