black history – Page 14 – The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Liberalism has changed, evolved along with our republic

by Roger Bowen Special to the Telegram June 21, 2020June 22, 2020

What began as a philosophy of limited government now means government protection and a weakening of the grip of the elites over our democracy.

by Hannah Marcus Special to the Telegram June 21, 2020June 22, 2020

Ruthless, racially motivated actions by Maine’s government a century ago expose biases that are still with us.

by The Editorial Board June 19, 2020June 18, 2020

The holiday marking the end of American slavery is an occasion to consider the still unfulfilled promises of freedom.

by Reza Jalali Special to the Press Herald June 19, 2020June 18, 2020

Taking a knee during a peaceful Portland protest echoes a respectful ritual from youth soccer games.

by Reginald Parson Special to the Press Herald June 17, 2020June 16, 2020

In the days since the death of George Floyd, I have felt a mix of sadness, optimism and exhaustion.

by Eben Miller Special to the Telegram June 14, 2020June 13, 2020

Brought to Bath by her owners on a trip up North, Clara Battease escaped with the help of the local free black community.

by Scott Martelle Los Angeles Times June 14, 2020June 15, 2020

To continue to honor those who sought to destroy the Union in defense of slavery sends an abominable signal to African Americans.

by Abraham J. Peck Special to the Press Herald June 11, 2020June 10, 2020

When will we act to correct the hatred and injustice that have cost so many lives?

by Donna Loring Special to the Telegram June 7, 2020June 6, 2020

Criminal justice reform initiatives and our most important institutions can and must include Native people and people of color.

by William David Barry June 7, 2020June 3, 2020

A black Texas hero around the time of the Civil War, Ruby was raised and educated in Maine.