| Dear Friend, I joined the Bangor Daily News earlier this year because I wanted to be part of a fearless newsroom that focuses on impact journalism while speaking truth to power. After working in the Maine news industry for 20-plus years -- including lengthy stints at the Press Herald and the Maine Monitor -- I'm also hugely invested in finding new ways to sustain local journalism. As we launch our year-end fundraising campaign, I've been invigorated by readers and donors who care deeply about protecting fair and independent local reporting that connects our state. Giving Tuesday kicks off our year-end fundraising campaign, and we need your help to reach today's $25,000 goal. As of 4 p.m. on Tuesday, we've raised almost $9,000. Would you consider a gift on Giving Tuesday to bring us closer to our year-end goal of $75,000? Your support goes directly into our award-winning newsroom, covering staff time, travel, document fees and other costs associated with producing the type of reporting that holds Maine institutions, state government and people in power accountable. | 