Maine takes big hit (Base closures)

Portland Press Herald ^ | May 14, 2005 | BART JANSEN

[McGavin999]

This is based strickly on financial considerations. The cost of living and operating in some states is higher because of the environment created by the state governments. Even though the military doesn't pay taxes, the cost of hiring locals, the living costs for military personnel etc. is higher.

Yes, jobs will be lost, but most of the people who have worked well will be offered transfers to another base.

[Ursus arctos horribilis]

Well, Maine does have two RINO US senators protecting their interests, maybe they should rethink the wisdom of urinating the prez off at every opportunity??

[Ursus arctos horribilis]

"The irony concerning Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is that only a few days ago,they received a"WELL DONE"commendation from The United States Navy for performing their duties so well!!!
Well, Collins, everyone Snowes, no good deed goes unpunished. (:>)

[Joe Boucher]

Other then say vermont and Mass. it couldn't happen to a better place.