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Matthew Roy wrote to the editor (“NECEC ‘critical’ for economy, infrastructure,” March 27) soliciting support for the wildly unpopular Central Maine Power corridor. He cited financial gain for the city of Lewiston as the reason he feels CMP deserves our support. I totally disagree with his view.
I think we can all appreciate our city’s need for tax revenue; however, this project has devastating implications that go far beyond our city. As Mainers, we need to realize the great benefit of our wilderness for both environmental reasons and especially for our tourist industry. Not to mention the wildlife that will be harmed with pesticides that are sprayed under the poles all along the corridor to keep vegetation from growing.