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M.D. Harmon: Good news on the energy front shouldn’t come as a surprise

U.S. production has risen to the point where our nation may soon become a net exporter of fossil fuels.

by Charles Krauthammer September 9, 2016September 8, 2016

China’s rudeness is perfectly reflective of the world’s general disdain for Obama and his high-minded lectures about global norms.

by Mark Eves and Justin Alfond Special to the Press Herald September 8, 2016September 8, 2016

The Democratic leadership says the Republicans’ inaction to make LePage reckon with his actions damaged Maine.

Listen to our experiences, learn about our issues and then develop some thoughtful ideas to address them.

Congress fails to authorize huge swaths of the federal government while still throwing money at them.

by Robert W. Nutting Special to the Press Herald September 1, 2016August 31, 2016

Maine’s finances and economy are much better off because of the policies he has tenaciously championed.

by Will Ikard and Yannet Lathrop Special to the Press Herald August 30, 2016November 30, 2016

Raising Maine’s base pay would help struggling adults, with little effect on jobs or teenage employment.

by Liam Sigaud Special to the Press Herald August 30, 2016November 30, 2016

States with indexed wages tend to suffer more during downturns and have reduced job growth.

by Abraham Peck August 28, 2016August 26, 2016

If we rely on the religious roots of America as a beacon of freedom, shouldn’t the Muslim religious community be offered an equal seat?

by Garrison Keillor The Washington Post News Service with Bloomberg News August 27, 2016August 26, 2016

The Alaskan was of a breed of moderate, honorable Republicans who now are in short supply.