By announcing her nominee ahead of the election, Harris can endow that nominee with democratic legitimacy.
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Opinion: Christian values should not be used to punish difference, dissent
I’m sobered by the cultural crisis playing out within the Christian tradition.
Opinion: When analyzing the state’s budget outlook, context matters
Mainers deserve leaders who can level with them honestly … particularly in an election year.
Opinion: Employers can strengthen Maine’s workforce by hiring people with disabilities
People with disabilities are often overlooked when it comes to jobs, but they can be some of the most loyal, hard-working employees a business has.
Opinion: In a very uninspiring election, I’m voting to do the least harm
Although I’m not interested in the ridiculous Trump or the status-quo Harris, the vice president seems to me the safer pick.
Opinion: The case against Donald J. Trump as commander-in-chief
The military principle of good order and discipline refers to the high standards of conduct military personnel are expected to uphold. Trump’s failure to observe those standards creates a crisis of confidence in his ability to lead.
Opinion: We’re at risk of plunging into fascism while staring at our phones
If we are to preserve our democracy, the parallels between America’s current political tensions and 1932 Germany must be taken into account.
Opinion: Maine’s immigrants, asylum seekers deserve a chance to thrive
We hope that all Mainers can work toward a future where immigrants are welcomed and empowered socially, economically, physically and spiritually. Our state’s future depends on it.
Opinion: Democrats risk losing key constituencies over support for Israel
We want our democracy to expand its big tent, not create more tent cities.
Opinion: What if voting became a spiritual practice?
We might stop listening to partisan pundits, take a breath and listen for what scripture calls “the still, small voice.”