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Columns

Published
February 19, 2020

Leonard Pitts: Spread of virus shows we can’t wall ourselves off from world’s woes

The idea that America can somehow disengage from the rest of the planet has never seemed more ludicrous.
Published
February 19, 2020

Maine Voices: Housing solutions are key to future of Portland’s thriving arts sector

Now that the community is finally getting the acclaim that it deserves, let's make sure that artists can afford to stay here.
Published
February 19, 2020

Commentary: Regional climate collaboration is a critical policy debate – not just political division

The Transportation and Climate Initiative will raise gasoline costs, unfairly burdening rural Mainers and the working poor.
Published
February 18, 2020

Maine Voices: School drills should not create trauma for students, staff

Well-run lockdown drills foster familiarity and confidence, and should not trigger anxiety among participants.
Published
February 18, 2020

Reps. Cloutier and Arata: It’s time to give Maine’s family caregivers a tax break

Our older population deserves our respect, and so do the hardworking Mainers who care for them.

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Published
February 17, 2020

Maine Voices: Abraham Lincoln’s lessons in leadership

Once again we are mired in conflict between competing visions of what kind of country we are going to be.
Published
February 16, 2020

Insight: How to make an ethical self-driving car

When a collision is inevitable, should a vehicle privilege the safety of its occupants or the people outside?
Published
February 16, 2020

The Maine Millennial: Don’t forget that vaccines save lives

When Mainers go to the polls March 3, public health will be on the ballot.
Published
February 16, 2020

Jim Fossel: More senseless spending underway in Augusta

The Democrats' supplemental budget won't need Republican support, and it shouldn't get any.
Published
February 16, 2020

Maine Observer: There’s a word for cold, clear light of winter

The northern Scots called it 'blinter,' which describes the 'cold dazzle' of the night sky in the darkest time of year.