Maine chess has the opportunity to elect a president representing a change that I believe will be for the better. With this statement I announce my candidature for a position I previously held. It is my sincere hope that the New Year will bring our Maine chess community closer together in an effort to restructure an organization in need of forward thinking.

Besides offering my wholehearted support to the new president there are two areas of Maine chess that I want to address. It is without question that statewide we have many dedicated volunteers to nurture players and direct events; however our support system needs to be realigned to maximize the efforts of such individuals that give freely of themselves for the love of the game. Secondly the standards for tournament play need to be fruitful in terms of increasing attendance and exposure.

As with any worthwhile endeavor that involves a passion it stands to reason there will be conflicts. I ask that before you vote to reflect on what is needed for chess in Maine to realize its potential. Thank you for your consideration.

Yours in Chess,
Jim DuBois