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Columns

Published
December 11, 2017

Maine Voices: Partisan divide may benefit Moore, as it did Trump

Elections seem decided less by policy than by hatred of what once was called the loyal opposition.
Published
December 10, 2017

Commentary: When civil rights and religion collide

It may look bad for gay rights if the high court  favors the Colorado baker, but protections will stay alive.
Published
December 10, 2017

Cynthia Dill: While many grow less merry, Trump brings tidings of great joy for just a few

The president claims his tax bill will make Christmas great again, but little love is shown to millions of Americans.
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December 10, 2017

Jim Fossel: Republicans risk voter backlash over tax cuts

The potential deepening of the deficit might hurt the party in the 2020 presidential election.
Published
December 10, 2017

Maine Voices: It takes big and small gifts to bring change

A mega-donation could resolve homelessness in Portland and also inspire many others to give whatever they can to help.

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Published
December 10, 2017

Maine Observer: Closing of Lisbon Falls shop not just a business loss

As Drapeau's Costumes falls victim to a changing economy, a customer recalls how it served the theatrical among us.
Published
December 9, 2017

Ken Fredette: By avoiding federal law, sanctuary cities endanger public safety

Maine's communities would be well-advised not to follow the flawed model of San Francisco.
Published
December 9, 2017

Maine Voices: First Mainer lost in WWI a painful memory of a century ago

How ironic that many issues from 1917 continue to resonate long after the 'war to end all wars.'
Published
December 9, 2017

The humble Farmer: I’m not just talking through my hat about covering my head

Be they baseball caps, bowlers, top hats or whatever, they do make a fashion statement.
Published
December 8, 2017

MaineHousing director: Tax bill will make our state’s affordable-housing crisis even worse

If private activity bonds lose their tax-exempt status, thousands of badly needed units won't be constructed.