We all have a moral responsibility to face the growing crisis of climate change. The difficult and extraordinary decisions required only make that responsibility more essential. In an October 2023 letter addressing climate change, Pope Francis boldly wrote: “We must move beyond the mentality of appearing to be concerned but not having the courage needed […]

This is an exciting time for Maine’s varsity sports playoffs. We love to watch the passionate, skillful athletes. Once the winner is determined, our tradition is that athletes shake hands and congratulate one another. Suppose a coach loses a game, refuses to accept the results, stalks off the court telling the team they were cheated […]

Furniture Friends in Westbrook is a marvelous organization, providing donated furniture to new Mainers, the formerly homeless and others unable to purchase furniture. Imagine finally having a roof over your head but no bed to sleep in, no chair to sit on or a table to eat from. Lest we think there isn’t a great […]

I am a mother, a registered nurse, and a Maine resident who — like many people — has witnessed family, friends and community members struggle with their mental health and lack of effective treatments for too long. I am writing today to encourage voters (and legislators) to support the passage of L.D. 1914, the Maine […]

I support the development of an offshore wind facility at Mack Point, and oppose development of that facility on Sears Island. Please understand, Sears Island, or Wassumkeag, is a treasure and has been revered for over 3,000 years. The choice is clear: to re-develop Mack Point, an active port and industrial site for more than […]

Six years ago, Donald Trump was fined $25 million for duping students who enrolled in his university. Nine months ago, the former president was found guilty of sexually assaulting the writer, E. Jean Carroll, and was fined $5 million. Two months ago, he was found guilty of further defaming her, and fined $83 million. One […]