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Commentary: War on terror survives Rand Paul’s attempt to end it

by Eli Lake Bloomberg Opinion July 11, 2020July 10, 2020

Yet the senator from Kentucky is right to point out that Congress is abdicating its responsibility.

by Pem Schaeffer Special to the Press Herald July 7, 2020July 6, 2020

They cannot be held accountable for any lies they tell as part of their official work, the Constitution’s Speech and Debate Clause states.

Thomas Jefferson’s radical ideas transcend the limits of his imagination.

by Jim Fossel July 5, 2020July 4, 2020

Margaret Chase Smith denounced McCarthyism 70 years ago. Her ‘Declaration of Conscience’ speaks to this moment in our politics and culture.

by Rich Carreau Special to the Press Herald July 4, 2020July 3, 2020

Yes, we still have a great deal of work to do. But think of how much effort it took to establish our nation.

by Amy Cartmell and Jane Gallagher Special to the Press Herald July 2, 2020September 14, 2020

The 2020 election is on pace to be Maine’s most costly – join Stand With Maine and support a constitutional amendment to allow spending limits.

by The Editorial Board June 30, 2020June 29, 2020

But Justices Gorsuch and Kavanaugh don’t live by their pledges to honor precedent.

by Roger Bowen Special to the Telegram June 21, 2020June 22, 2020

What began as a philosophy of limited government now means government protection and a weakening of the grip of the elites over our democracy.

by The Editorial Board June 16, 2020June 15, 2020

The Supreme Court’s decision offers long-overdue protection for LGBT people in the workplace.

by Carol Garvan and Shelby Leighton Special to the Press Herald June 11, 2020June 10, 2020

In Augusta and Washington, lawmakers should take steps to address violations of the Constitution by the officers sworn to uphold it.