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Columns

Published
October 12, 2019

The humble Farmer: Local and family history, all in one apple-sized package

When you've always lived within sight of where you were born, you don't have to go far to get your fruit.
Published
October 11, 2019

Maine Voices: Don’t rush Clean Elections amendment onto Portland city ballot

Changing the city's charter – its constitution – should be done only after careful public discussion and crafting.
Published
October 11, 2019

Marc A. Thiessen: Trump’s cry that America is fighting ‘endless wars’ is a canard

The president's abandonment of the Kurds is a recipe for endless war, not a strategy to end one.
Published
October 11, 2019

Bill Nemitz: Educator’s life well lived holds lessons for all of Maine

Longtime educator Betsy Parsons, whose memorial service will be held Saturday, left a legacy of compassion, courage and equality for all.
Published
October 11, 2019

State Sen. Woodsome: Maine benefits when federal, local governments work together

A bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Sen. Susan Collins will streamline clean-energy permitting and make it more accessible to Maine residents and businesses.

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Published
October 10, 2019

Maine Voices: Our communities are safer when we support people living in fear

Take action against domestic abuse: If someone you know is a target, check in with them. If you see someone acting controlling, tell them that's not OK.
Published
October 10, 2019

Dana Milbank: Will Gorsuch abandon his judicial philosophy to get what he wants?

The Trump-appointed justice could be a problem for those seeking to preserve discrimination against the LGBTQ community.
Published
October 10, 2019

Commentary: Take to Maine’s roads – and enjoy some of the nation’s most beautiful scenery

A new law championed by Sen. Susan Collins revives a federal program that promotes and protects scenic roadways.
Published
October 9, 2019

Leonard Pitts: Forgiveness is the problem when it goes only one way

Who forgives black people? Forget forgiveness for wrongdoing. How about forgiveness for simply trying to live ordinary lives – like Botham Jean of Dallas?
Published
October 9, 2019

Commentary: Can liberals unseat Sen. Collins? It’s a test of something bigger.

Activists hope to make the Supreme Court a major voting issue for progressives.