commentary Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Next-generation model needed for owners, riders and horses

by Joy Cutrone Special to the Press Herald December 27, 2016December 26, 2016

We should identify what the Maine Harness Racing Commission will do with its allocated funding.

by Robert Skoglund December 24, 2016December 23, 2016

When a tall 23-year-old with shoulders 3 feet wide sets out to move a thing – get out of his way.

by Gina Barreca Tribune News Service December 24, 2016December 23, 2016

Here’s how I like to encourage genuine conversation: Ask people about their worst times.

by Charles Krauthammer The Washington Post December 23, 2016December 22, 2016

Lack of intervention left a void for the Russians to fill.

The dividing line between good and evil runs straight down the middle of the human heart.

by Dana Milbank The Washington Post December 22, 2016December 22, 2016

Many programs that would be cut under his promises benefit people who were his strongest champions.

by Mark A. Noon Tribune News Service December 22, 2016December 22, 2016

The holiday could be happier if more people imitated this capacity for forgiveness shown by characters in Dr. Seuss’ story of the Grinch.

After losing a big election, nothing looks quite the same, but that’s not always such a bad thing.

Social media can fan rumors put forth by those with an agenda.

by KATHLEEN PARKER December 20, 2016December 19, 2016

It’s better to condemn the church gunman to a lifetime of suffering than to end his miserable life.