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October 27, 2019

The Maine Millennial: Ancient rhythms in control when the lights go out

Living without electricity is part of life in Maine, and people and houses and people quickly adjust to the way it used to be.
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October 27, 2019

Our View: Don’t let Maine’s children be the forgotten victims of domestic violence

The long-term effects of witnessing abuse are clear and must be addressed.
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October 27, 2019

Insight: Presidential wrongdoing is nothing new

But Donald Trump's conduct has pushed the nation into uncharted territory.
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October 27, 2019

Jim Fossel: Maine Democrats try to keep banning binge going

Bills that would ban plastic straws and vaping could get a spot on the second session agenda alongside strict gun control legislation.
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October 27, 2019

The View From Here: Portland mayor’s race a family squabble

In a politically polarized world, the city's politicians are still fighting despite being on the same pole.

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October 27, 2019

Maine Voices: It’s time to out Big Tobacco’s targeting of the LGBTQ community

Tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of death in the nation, and LGBT Mainers are among the hardest hit.
Published
October 27, 2019

Another View: LePage: Mills should not have dropped Riverview lawsuit

The former governor defends his decision to draw down federal funds to run an unaccredited institution.
Published
October 26, 2019

Another View: Florida must break out of lockstep with states that suppress the black vote

Requiring ex-convicts to pay all their fines and fees in order to cast a ballot undercuts a law that restores their voting rights.
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October 26, 2019

Commentary: I paid my fee at the DMV with $24 and a book of my poetry. Miracles do happen

The next time someone tells me that Los Angeles is an overpopulated city without a soul, I will be ready to rebut them.
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October 26, 2019

Maine Voices: One-size-fits-all menu mandate does more harm than good

Seeing the calories in each food item poses a threat to people diagnosed with, in danger of or in recovery from eating disorders.