https://preprod.pressherald.com/opinion/columnists-opinion/page/587

Columns

Published
February 7, 2018

Greg Kesich: In case you missed it, two candidates for governor just got good news

EMILY's List and supporters of ranked-choice voting may separate Janet Mills and Adam Cote from the Democratic primary crowd.
Published
February 6, 2018

Kathleen Parker: #MeToo methodology raises valid concerns about backlash

These days, our presumption of guilt should make the ghosts of Salem rise up in protest.
Published
February 6, 2018

Sen. Millett and Rep. Madigan: Protect Maine’s youngest residents to ensure better future for us all

We are working to pass legislation designed to reverse recent DHHS changes in child care rules.
Published
February 6, 2018

Maine Voices: Tradition is no defense for team names that demean Native Americans, women

Even when the aim is to be respectful, sports names that include 'Indians' or 'lady' come with baggage that overrides those intentions.
Published
February 5, 2018

Maine Voices: Abandon the ‘us versus them’ view of tax reform, and focus on the math

Casting businesses that get lower tax rates as greedy distracts from the benefits of reinvesting money locally.

advertisement

Published
February 4, 2018

Michelle Singletary: Spouses on different pages financially may have trouble finishing the book

A partner who is choosing not to be engaged in supporting household finances might spell trouble for a breadwinning wife.
Published
February 4, 2018

Cynthia Dill: Nunes memo is no smoking gun – just another memo chasing a dossier

Republicans' outcry over surveillance of a Trump aide meeting with a spy to 'practice his Russian' is absurd.
Published
February 4, 2018

Jim Fossel: Redistricting could be justice for all

Not only would bipartisan-drawn maps cut down on empowering extremists, but they'd force electees to answer to a spectrum of voters.
Published
February 4, 2018

Maine Observer: Good tips for good service in Maine

The same principle applies here as in Las Vegas: Until wait staff are paid well, it's the tips that make all the difference.
Published
February 4, 2018

Maine Voices: Screen junkies miss joy of outdoors

Kids who are glued to their phones are not outside playing and exploring – and growing, de-stressing and learning.