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Published
January 27, 2017

Commentary: Obamacare editorial ignored the ‘repeal and replace’ scenario, Maine Republican chief says

We owe it to Congress to let them work toward sustainable solutions for our health care needs.
Published
January 27, 2017

Reject ‘modernization’ of nuclear arsenal that threatens life on Earth

We cannot stand by and allow Congress to pass a budget of $1 trillion for the nuclear weapons industry.
Published
January 26, 2017

Dana Milbank: Press secretary’s second go-round shows capacity for shame

A chastened Sean Spicer wallked back some of the more absurd statements from his national debut.
Published
January 26, 2017

Commentary: Defunding Planned Parenthood makes no financial sense for Maine, nation

For every dollar spent on family planning programs the government saves about $7 in future costs.
Published
January 26, 2017

Trump’s EPA pick would use position to benefit business, not public health

Sen. Collins should join Sen. King in opposing Scott Pruitt, who lacks environmental expertise.

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Published
January 25, 2017

Leonard Pitts: Even after taking oath of office, President Trump lies as much as ever

He lies when the truth can be easily verified – and his team also offers what they call 'alternative facts.'
Published
January 25, 2017

Maine Voices: Annual one-night count helps shed light on homelessness in Maine

The federal government then uses the data to make funding decisions based on progress made.
Published
January 25, 2017

Greg Kesich: Hey Maine Democrats, try not to turn a victory at the polls into a defeat

Enthusiasm is lacking for the voter-approved minimum wage increase that should be your party's bread and butter.
Published
January 24, 2017

Kathleen Parker: Pray that our country survives the next few years under Trump

President Trump's inaugural speech showed that he hasn't changed – he's still all fist and in your face.
Published
January 24, 2017

Charles Lawton: Decisions on tax reform, public spending hinge on defining terms

It won't be easy to determine what's 'fair' and what's 'effective' for the 490 broadly different municipalities in Maine.