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Columns

Published
October 15, 2015

Alan Caron: Never mind Trump, it’s Sanders who’s shaking up presidential politics

The Vermont senator is unlikely to win, but his railings against wealth inequality could spark a populist revolt on the left.
Published
October 14, 2015

Leonard Pitts: Textbook whitewashing is part of a pattern of historical vandalism

The flap in Texas is the latest in a series of efforts that strike at the core of African-American identity.
Published
October 14, 2015

Maine Voices: Question 2 passage would give Portland’s wealthy gentrifiers even more privilege

With veto power over democratic city planning, they would stand to gain as their home values soar.
Published
October 14, 2015

Greg Kesich: Newspaper plans to endorse candidates, referendum questions

Our opinions are not predictions – and they will remain entirely separate from our news coverage.
Published
October 13, 2015

Kathleen Parker: Worst job ever? Beware to those seeking House speaker role

Rep. Paul Ryan and others considering the job should heed pitfalls at the hands of the Freedom Caucus.

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Published
October 13, 2015

Commentary: Public hearing on report about Eves-LePage incident needs your input

Citizens need to register their concern when threats to our elected officials threaten our democracy.
Published
October 13, 2015

Maine Voices: Vigilance, planning are best defenses against cyberattacks

Too many companies have outdated firewalls, limited security features and weak policies on data security.
Published
October 12, 2015

Maine Voices: Electing Portland’s mayor gives voters a voice in direction of city

The full-time four-year job affords the ability to develop and enhance programs over time.
Published
October 11, 2015

Barney Frank: Don’t forget to celebrate successes

But also remember how much remains to be accomplished.
Published
October 11, 2015

Cynthia Dill: Democrats share blame for Maine’s ‘constitutional carry’ law

Under Republican control, the Maine Legislature did not expand health care or the economy, but the demented gun culture metastasized.