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Columns

Published
December 22, 2023

Opinion: Why is it so hard for us to condemn violent conflict?

Everyone wants peace. Except those who profit from the opposite.
Published
December 22, 2023

Opinion: Have colleges lost their way? Yes, but don’t blame ‘wokeness.’

These administrators weren't serving some great hidden agenda. They were just trying to protect their institutions – and themselves.
Published
December 21, 2023

Opinion: Portland Museum of Art should know better

The public battle over 142 Free St. threatens not only the building but the integrity of an ordinance that has served the city well for 30 years.
Published
December 21, 2023

Opinion: It’s dumb to make ‘decolonization’ a dirty word

Of course American elites are tempted to stigmatize words that offend their preferred image of a still-dominant, liberal-democratic West.
Published
December 21, 2023

Opinion: Using December’s verbs while putting the year to bed

Although the shortest day is still to come, I’m thinking ahead to how soon the days begin to lengthen again.

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Published
December 20, 2023

Clarence Page: Pro-Palestinian activists should stick to undisputed slogans

We should insist on clarity in sloganeering.
Published
December 20, 2023

Opinion: Biden’s supporters need to start acting like it

The president is beset by progressive advocacy groups and media voices complaining that he hasn’t done enough.
Published
December 19, 2023

Opinion: Of Seinfeld, Scrooge and climate change – a holiday parable

How to celebrate the holidays without hurting the environment? I've got ideas.
Published
December 19, 2023

Opinion: The Supreme Court should not curtail abortion pill access

If restrictions are placed on mifepristone, women will be forced to receive suboptimal care.
Published
December 19, 2023

Opinion: Mainers should know how repairable their electronics are

They don’t make ’em like they used to. The introduction of repair scores can fix that.