Just when I think the human race has redeemed itself and is genuinely good I become privy to information that officially changes my mind. One of the very first stories I remember learning as a child was “the Boy Who Cried Wolf.” The tale, told to countless children since seemingly the beginning of time, teaches […]

“Well, I woke up this morning and I got myself a beer, The future’s uncertain and the end is always near.” ”“ Roadhouse Blues, The Doors 1969 “When the Lamb opened the fourth seal, I heard the voice of the fourth living creature say, “Come and see.” I looked and there before me was a […]

Thumbs up to the Saco City Councilors Leslie Smith and Art Tardif for their stance on helping the Saco Bay Food Pantry. The two councilors are right in their assertion that it would be prudent for the city to waive the $1,200 new construction fee for the pantry’s proposed expansion, but should also be commended […]

An organization dedicated to opposing same-sex marriages last week kicked off a multi-state campaign in Maine. It marked the continuation of a debate over individual rights and traditional values that is moving inexorably forward. The National Organization for Marriage hopes to tip the balance against marriage equality for same-sex couples with rallies across the East, […]

A small group of farmers strolled the pastures of Harris Farm in Dayton last weekend, comparing notes on cattle and grazing. Such bucolic seminars have advanced the understanding of farmers for generations. But most livestock today no longer follow the old fashioned path to market, and lately large-scale agriculture has had little use for pastures. […]

The expected decision by Congress to extend unemployment benefits will be a lifeline to the almost 5 million jobless whose state benefits have run out. With their financial resources depleted and few signs of hiring anywhere, they now at least can count on a few more months of being able to pay basic bills and […]

The control of both the United States House of Representatives and the Senate may be up for grabs by Republicans, in the mid-term elections, in November. Reporters were shocked when Robert Gibbs, the White House secretary, said in a public statement recently, that Democrats had enough seats “in play” to lose the House in the […]

State governments continue to feel the pinch of the soft economy and, as federal stimulus aid winds down, governors are once again scratching for enough money to get through the year. In Maine, Gov. John Baldacci is pressing agencies for another $100 million in cuts. Besides $40 million from the Education Department, he has targeted […]

“Introduce the death penalty for civilian crimes, for critics, dissenters and the like ”¦ Since people won’t cooperate, won’t act for the public interest voluntarily, we’ve got to force them to. Nothing will make our system work ”¦ but terror.”  ”“ “Atlas Shrugged” by Ayn Rand, 1957 Forget Star Trek. That quotation from “Atlas Shrugged” […]

The veterans of World War II deserve all the recognition that comes their way, and tribute for their service and sacrifices continues even as those days recede in history. This week a former soldier of the 79th Infantry Division will be embraced by the French government, honored for his bravery and  the injuries he suffered […]