From the Portland Press Herald's Voter Guide, October 25.

1. Why are you running for office?
To be a bold, energetic representative for Portland. If we envision a sustainable future for Maine, we cannot afford the stalemated politics of Augusta. I have a proven ability to push forward progressive policies, while developing allies in the process.

2. What's the biggest single issue facing the state?
The need to rebuild and further develop education, health and social services that have suffered devastating effects from budget cuts over the last 20 years.

3. Would you support a tax increase to balance the budget?
I would support a progressive income tax package that emphasized heavier taxation on individuals and entities most capable of paying back into the taxation pool to compensate to some degree for those least capable.

4. How could we bring more jobs to Maine?
Invest in Maine's creative economy. We have a vibrant community skilled in arts and cultural fields, but a limited market for those talents. I have a plan to create incentives to put folks to work, while generating tourism attractions.

5. What's one thing you want to accomplish if elected?
To promote development of a commuter-rail network in Maine, to provide Maine workers an alternative, sustainable way to get to work, and aid tourism to Maine's urban hubs. Funds are already allocated, but the vision needs to be crystallized.