“I believe that artists are one of Maine’s most important ‘natural resources.’ Worldwide, Maine is known as a haven for artists. However, the life of an artist is often filled with financial sacrifice and frustration. We wanted to help.”

“We have begun treating democracy as a winner-takes-all sport, when its fundamental process is dependent on having people discuss issues, sharing and listening to each other’s different points of view, and finding a middle ground that is acceptable to a majority of the people.”