A Washington Post column headlined last week, “Now, Election Day is the only thing that matters.” Nice thought, but not true. The campaign runs until Nov. 8, and much will matter in the next five months. Here are some things to watch for. This is a “historic” election. Since Lincoln, all U.S. presidents either previously […]

The evidence continues to mount: Donald Trump does not understand or respect the political system he seeks to lead. The only other explanation is that he understands the system very well, and is trying to undermine its basic foundations in order to clear his path to the White House. His latest outrage: revoking the credentials […]

Do a staycation — who needs to travel when you’ve got Maine in the summer? 67% Bask in the sun on the beach. Mmmm… warm weather. 4% Go on vacation to another state 9% Travel to another country 4% Sleep. A lot. 15% Thank you for voting! Visit journaltribune.com to make your voice heard with […]

When I arrived at work the other day, there was a fortune cookie waiting for me on my desk. Because I’m a paranoid, suspicious person (and a government spy masquerading as a giant nerd), I looked around the office warily, half expecting to see an evil henchman peeking around a corner, snickering and stroking a […]