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September 11, 2021

Commentary: Bias against America’s Muslims must end

The illogical logic is: If you are sufficiently Muslim, you are sufficiently guilty.
Published
September 11, 2021

Maine Voices: U.S. approach to climate remains grounded in September 2001

Today, Earth is under attack, but we can stop it by eliminating carbon emissions. Investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency is critical.
Published
September 11, 2021

The humble Farmer: Not a happy camper

I have no wish to spend a night in the woods with whatever can make recently deceased farm animals dematerialize.
Published
September 10, 2021

Commentary: Message not getting through on how well vaccines work

Without better data showing exactly how effective COVID inoculations remain against hospitalization and death, many people won't believe it.
Published
September 10, 2021

Maine Voices: Teachers, students primed for unique in-person COVID learning challenges

How will we do this again? Educators will be inspired by the chance to empower all young people – and everyone will gain from being in a room with others.

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Published
September 9, 2021

Rep. Jess Fay: We must support full continuum of care for older Mainers

Until we grasp how older Mainers contribute to our economy and communities, it will be a challenge to make spending on their care a priority.
Published
September 9, 2021

Maine Voices: Twenty years after 9/11, ‘unthinkable’ looks a lot different

President Biden’s botched withdrawal from Afghanistan has redefined what our greatest threat is.
Published
September 8, 2021

Leonard Pitts: Sept. 11 changed us – but not for the better

The terrorists succeeded beyond their dreams in inflicting damage on this country.
Published
September 8, 2021

Maine Voices: Effort to bolster health care can be ‘engine of opportunity’ for our state

Developing innovative ways to attract, train and reward dedicated caregivers is just as critical as filling new office towers and labs.
Published
September 8, 2021

Commentary: Americans who say they pay income taxes are probably lying

Even in normal times, nearly half of U.S. households pay nothing to the federal government. It may be time to institute a minimum rate.