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Columns

Published
September 24, 2014

Leonard Pitts: Sometimes a parent needs to show more clout than a mere ‘time out’

The Adrian Peterson case has reignited the debate over the use of spanking to set limits on a child's behavior.
Published
September 24, 2014

Maine Voices: Common sense calls for railroads to make safety improvements

Crude oil shipping in the U.S. has grown dramatically, and recent accidents show a need to protect the public.
Published
September 24, 2014

Greg Kesich: Amid LePage misdirection, rivals failing to expose his weaknesses

The governor has a knack for shifting attention away from his record, which is packed with controversy.
Published
September 23, 2014

Kathleen Parker: ‘What is it about South Carolina?’ is a question frequently asked

As someone said in 1860, the state is 'too small to be a republic and too large to be an insane asylum.'
Published
September 23, 2014

Commentary: Michaud prepared to meet Maine’s challenges as governor, ex-Sen. Mitchell says

The congressman has a vision for the state and the ability to bring people together, the former majority leader says.

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Published
September 23, 2014

Maine Voices: With Maine at clean-energy tipping point, next governor will play key role

There's a chance to lower heating costs, add jobs and reduce the impact of fossil fuels on the environment.
Published
September 22, 2014

Off Campus: Medical consumers should be sure to get their test results

Patients who do this can prevent potentially devastating outcomes.
Published
September 21, 2014

Agree to Disagree: While amusing, distractions get Maine nowhere

We should focus on substantive issues that directly affect opportunities.
Published
September 21, 2014

Barney Frank: Bombing Islamic State right call, wrong reason

Thankfully, the American public knows that the justification for our military involvement is a humanitarian one, not self-defense.
Published
September 21, 2014

Maine Observer: All stories must end, but too many end too soon

Cold splashes of grief and sadness put a chill on a warm and usually happy season.