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Columns

Published
July 7, 2018

State Senate candidate: Medicaid expansion begins now – whatever Gov. LePage does

Mainers should spread the word about applying for Medicaid, and legislators should override Gov. LePage's funding veto.
Published
July 6, 2018

Commentary: Pulling the plug on video games? Time to slow your roll

Video games can provide people with a chance to safely explore who they want to be and how they want to interact with the world.
Published
July 6, 2018

Commentary: Democrats can’t block Trump; nobody to blame but themselves

President Trump will nominate a qualified candidate to fill the high court vacancy, and Senate Republicans will confirm his nominee.
Published
July 6, 2018

Maine Voices: Roe v. Wade in danger if Collins bases vote on respect for precedent

If the senator really wants to protect abortion rights, she should not rely on a candidate's commitments, but instead insist on an independent-minded jurist with a centrist record.
Published
July 5, 2018

Dana Milbank: Republicans got their prize, but face backlash if party ignores will of the people

Roe v. Wade and gay marriage are supported by two-thirds of Americans. If the Supreme Court overturns them, expect a rebellion.

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Published
July 5, 2018

Maine Voices: Support our deserving women veterans with your time and treasure

The Betsy Ann Ross House of Hope in Augusta shelters these heroes and their children and could use your help, especially with its July 27 fundraiser.
Published
July 5, 2018

Commentary: Appeals court judge Kethledge is Trump’s best option for Supreme Court

The steadfast 'originalist' from the heartland has political upside that other nominee contenders don't.
Published
July 4, 2018

Leonard Pitts: Attack on Maryland newspaper hits close to home

As we celebrate freedom, it's good to remember the key role the press plays as the people's watchdog.
Published
July 4, 2018

Commentary: Don’t just pray for slain journalists – do something to halt mass shootings

Let's not treat the slaughter of Americans as though it's normal – vote and fight for the sake of humanity.
Published
July 4, 2018

Maine Voices: Additions to defense bill attack wildlife, disrespect rural Americans

The legislation should be free of politicization and not used to undermine our nation's environmental laws.