BANGOR DAILY NEWS • November 22, 2025
While some may feel divided on the election results, I know that Mainers stand united on environmental protection and conservation. Mainers should not stand for the destruction of our fauna, flora, and landscape. The Arctic tern is at risk for habitat loss due to drilling threats in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Some of these birds call the coast of Maine home during the summer and some breed in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Maine’s ecotourism industry also faces huge risks. The proposed drilling will expedite the impacts of climate change. We need to stand up for public lands. Call your representatives and demand they vote “no” on H.J.Res. 131. ~ Gretchen Wilichoski, Orono