Iconic Maine diner facing backlash after ad against consumer utility

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • March 22, 2023

Aaron Harris knew he would face criticism after appearing in a TV ad taking a stand against a hot-button political issue, but the backlash has been more than he expected. Harris, owner of the A1 Diner in Gardiner, still has no regrets. He would be willing to make another commercial expressing concerns about a consumer-owned utility that would put the infrastructure of Central Maine Power and Versant Power under the control of an elected board.