I’m more and more proud of the bravery and grit of my lesbian grandmothers.
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Jim Fossel: A glimmer of hope for Maine Republicans?
While Rep. Abden Simmons’ recent win was certainly a good sign for the party, a loss under such unusual circumstances would have been apocalyptically awful.
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Commentary: Hunter Biden plea deal pumps up Republican paranoia
To understand why this Republican mindset is so dangerous, let’s turn to James Madison.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Community is key to preventing teen substance use
We must engage community leaders to combat the normalization of teen drug use, work to delay first-time use and improve the prevention practices already in place.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: Kids drop what they’re doing when Mom calls them home
Calves separated from their mothers will jump the fence and come running when they hear the maternal mooing in my east pasture.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine needs the proposed Dirigo Business Incentive Program
The program, which provides an income tax credit to businesses for workforce training and capital investment, is a critical tool in helping Maine businesses that are competing with other states.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s pro-abortion rights lawmakers are misguided
Backers of the proposal to expand abortion access in our state fail to recognize the loss of unborn human life.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Ensuring children and working families have what they need to thrive
Paid leave, investments in child care and public preschool will not only support Maine families but also encourage others to move or return here, providing a needed boost to our workforce.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s immigrant communities have a lot to gain from offshore wind
Responsible wind power development will ensure both robust labor protections and benefits inclusive of people regardless of race, national origin or income.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: By misinterpreting key law, Maine relegates tribes to the status of municipalities
The Maine Indian Claims Settlement Implementing Act reflects a partnership between tribes and the state that distinguishes Wabanaki communities from Maine cities and towns.