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Columns

Published
June 24, 2016

M.D. Harmon: Clinton, Trump or neither? Readers share their opinions

Some say they'll hold their noses and choose one or the other. Other voters wonder whether independent candidates are viable.
Published
June 24, 2016

Maine Voices: Ban Muslims from entering the U.S.? I live among 20 million of them

As the most common victims of Islamist extremism, Muslims are also invested in stopping terrorism, says an erstwhile Mainer who now lives in Cairo.
Published
June 23, 2016

Dana Milbank: Trump candidacy mirrors his tactics in failed Taj Mahal casino

The billionaire's triumph in the primaries and subsequent swoon is another case of overpromising and underdelivering.
Published
June 23, 2016

Maine Voices: Steer prison philosophy toward reintegrating prisoners into society

And use the power of hope to help inmates become assets rather than liabilities to the community.
Published
June 23, 2016

Commentary: New food nutrition labeling unlikely to help those who need it the most

The added information apparently translates into healthier eating only for those best equipped to understand it and more motivated to act on it.

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Published
June 22, 2016

Leonard Pitts: Violence against Trump won’t solve what’s eating America

Donald Trump's noxious views can't be assassinated, because only one thing can kill bad ideas.
Published
June 22, 2016

Maine Voices: Bus information at a glance would benefit business, environment, health

Posting transit information on digital screens would serve riders and also draw them to business venues.
Published
June 22, 2016

Greg Kesich: As we honor city visionary, affirm our own vision for Portland

While thanking former City Manager John Menario, let's recommit to the new Franklin Street project.
Published
June 21, 2016

Commentary: Natural Resources Council of Maine says ‘No’ to good-paying jobs, LePage charges

Poor rural Mainers are being held back by the group's anti-mining, anti-hydropower and pro-national monument policies.
Published
June 21, 2016

Maine Voices: As debate over pesticides ramps up, let’s dispel a number of myths

The EPA hasn't provided a long-term look at the effects of toxic lawn and garden materials.