The National Woman’s Party led the fight for the 19th Amendment 100 years ago, but the work is not finished.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
The gun that made a Wild West huckster a wealthy man
In the 19th century, Samuel Colt worked out the first reliable, mass-produced “repeating firearm.” By the time he died, his pistols were legion and legendary.
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Posted inTimes Record, Uncategorized
Historic Castle Tucker opens for season with new hours
WISCASSET — Historic New England’s Castle Tucker opens for the season today with new hours and safety protocols due to the pandemic. This year, the museum will be open for tours Friday through Sunday. Guided tours will be given on the half hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with the last tour each day leaving […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Focus on individuality has made it harder for U.S. to fight COVID
We will benefit from an approach that incorporates equality, giving to one another and seeing events through their eyes.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
Book review: What does it mean to be an American? ‘Union’ looks at the answers
Colin Woodard’s newest eye-opening history delves into the struggle to answer the question through the writings of five Americans.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Insight: How to handle a demagogue
Joe McCarthy was infamous. But Republicans stuck with him – just as they have with Donald Trump.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: White with a capital ‘W’
It’s too easy for white people to think that racial hierarchies don’t affect them.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: A perfect idea for an imperfect world
Thomas Jefferson’s radical ideas transcend the limits of his imagination.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: The right to hold unpopular views is under attack
Margaret Chase Smith denounced McCarthyism 70 years ago. Her ‘Declaration of Conscience’ speaks to this moment in our politics and culture.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Let’s say ‘thank you’ to the Founders on America’s birthday
Yes, we still have a great deal of work to do. But think of how much effort it took to establish our nation.