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December 10, 2020

Commentary: The Pentagon needs more civilian control over the military now, not less

Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin is Biden’s pick to head the Pentagon. Can Austin do what Jim Mattis couldn’t?
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December 10, 2020

MaineHousing director: Congress, president need to help keep Mainers housed during COVID crisis

Residents across the state are counting on the COVID-19 Rental Relief Program, which will run out Dec. 31 without more funding.
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December 9, 2020

Leonard Pitts: On John Lennon, war and Christmas during a pandemic

Despite 2020, or maybe because of it, the humanity of the season endures.
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December 9, 2020

Commentary: Liberal economists say debt doesn’t matter. They’re wrong.

They’re gambling our nation’s fiscal solvency on low interest rates.
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December 9, 2020

Maine Voices: Be your child’s parent, not their friend

If you are a parent who is not satisfied with your relationship with your kids, recommit yourself to preparing them for life.

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December 9, 2020

Our View: Maine Legislature right to expand public access to meetings

COVID is forcing lawmakers to make changes that will make it easier for Maine residents to get involved in their government.
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December 9, 2020

Commentary: The FDA’s slowness on a COVID vaccine isn’t the issue

Vaccines should be available to the public while the government evaluates whether to authorize their use in an emergency.
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December 9, 2020

Another View: Call President Trump’s bluff on renaming military bases

Republicans in Congress should join in defeating the chief executive’s veto threat against a crucial defense bill.
Published
December 8, 2020

Commentary: Trump’s legacy could be a more lenient immigration system

There is agreement that enforcement needs to improve, but it doesn’t have to be so brutal.
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December 8, 2020

Maine Voices: New secretary of state can help make voting easier

The challenges of our COVID election have underscored the need for online registration and an easy-to-use voter website.