When it comes to what’s important, Barbara Bush was a power of example within her own family, too.
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Commentary: Collins, King must oppose CIA nominee
As head of a ‘black site’ in Thailand, Gina Haspel oversaw torture – including waterboarding – and played a key role in destroying evidence.
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Commentary: DNA collection and ethics
A database of genetic information can help solve crimes but the potential for abuse is rampant.
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Maine Observer: Thoreau better the second time around
We lead such complicated lives today. Henry David Thoreau’s wise advice was to ‘simplify, simplify.’
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Maine Voices: Let’s preserve the Acadia experience
Each of us can play a role now so that what is special about the national park is protected for future generations.
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Jim Fossel: Vote for candidate matching your values
Look for the one who will stand with you on the issues you’re most passionate about.
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Gina Barreca: Ninja worriers won’t ward off future ailments by complaining about today’s
I’m trying to figure out why these ‘organ recitals’ have so easily slipped into my everyday talk.
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The Maine Millennial: Chaplain controversy shows that Congress could benefit from a Catholic education
A Catherine McAuley alumna says Speaker Paul Ryan and other supporters of the tax bill should listen more closely to the Rev. Patrick Conroy’s message of compassion.
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Maine Voices: Greater Portland’s prosperity riding on strong public transit network
A bus, train and ferry service system will help decrease congestion and attract workers and jobs.
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Commentary: In Britain, government condemns a disabled child to death
Under our system, the purpose of the government is to protect our inalienable rights to life and liberty.