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Columns

Published
March 5, 2016

Maine Voices: Here is why I will not fear ISIS – and neither should you

Categorizing the Islamic State as an existential threat to the U.S. is a dangerous distraction.
Published
March 4, 2016

Charles Krauthammer: The essence of Trump’s appeal: It’s not in the policy, but in the attitude

He remains bulletproof because he projects 'I'm tough. I will protect you.'
Published
March 4, 2016

Maine Voices: Too much … too little … only one minimum-wage choice is just right

Proposed base pay of $12 an hour would do more harm than good – instead, let's phase in an increase to a $10 minimum.
Published
March 4, 2016

M.D. Harmon: Donald Trump’s support stems from widespread discontent

Though 'The Donald' isn't the right choice to lead them, his millions of fans are justifiably tired of the 'political correctness' foisted on them by a disrespectful ruling class.
Published
March 3, 2016

Dana Milbank: Democrats not as unhappy as Sanders needs them to be

Sanders campaigns against the status quo but the president is popular with those he needs to win.

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Published
March 3, 2016

Commentary: Consider the bees – and even your coffee – when selecting a candidate

At Maine's presidential caucuses this weekend, note the candidates' stances on climate change and other threats to pollinators and our food supply.
Published
March 3, 2016

Maine Voices: High court’s delay of Clean Power Plan an injustice to asthma sufferers

Many attacks could be prevented by reducing pollution and making our air healthier to breathe.
Published
March 2, 2016

Leonard Pitts: Rock on! Exclusionary Hollywood deserves to be panned

If the people who make the movies do not see you – and reflect you – are you really there?
Published
March 2, 2016

Maine Voices: Why I’m not shy about telling the Supreme Court about my abortion

The only way for women to achieve full equality is to have control over our reproductive lives.
Published
March 2, 2016

Commentary: State can’t move forward without funding transportation infrastructure

From Kittery to Fort Kent, Mainers realize we can't afford to kick the can down the road any longer.