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Columns

Published
October 16, 2016

Maine Observer: Maine fan bids ‘Big Papi’ adieu

There was no home run, but the spontaneous goodbye to David Ortiz met this fan's definition of a dramatic finish.
Published
October 16, 2016

Maine Voices: To really help a stricken Haiti, support Konbit Sante

Wanting to be there or to send supplies is noble, but not as effective as giving to relief groups that are already in place.
Published
October 15, 2016

The humble Farmer: The seeds of contentment might lie in properly reading the signs

Some farmers will tell you astrological signs are the key to reaping a bountiful crop. mmary.
Published
October 15, 2016

Maine Voices: Background checks will make us a bit more secure, Sagadahoc County sheriff says

Question 3 won't usher in sweeping change, but it will keep some bad people from getting guns and make transfers safer.
Published
October 15, 2016

Commentary: They might not be high fashion, but treasured old clothes are priceless

Well-worn pieces of clothing carry with them moments of the past that wrap around the present.

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Published
October 14, 2016

Charles Krauthammer: Trump’s ‘lock her up’ campaign is an affront to democratic decency

Imagine giving over such power to a man who tells us in advance that he will jail his political opponent.
Published
October 14, 2016

M.D. Harmon: Referendum questions problematic if you want to limit government

On Nov. 8, Mainers will weigh in on six ballot questions, five of which come from the political left.
Published
October 14, 2016

It’s time for employers to de-emphasize criminal history when hiring

Legislation will call for the 1,200 people released from Maine prisons each year to get a fair chance at a job.
Published
October 13, 2016

Dana Milbank: In backing Trump, religious right undermines its moral standards

Leaders like Jerry Falwell Jr. and Ralph Reed sacrifice credibility in a bid for Supreme Court justices to their liking.
Published
October 13, 2016

Maine Voices: Calling Chinese music ‘garbage’ is dumping on diversity

A bully reminds me of our democratic ideals, where everyone deserves respect.