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Published
June 18, 2023

The Maine Millennial: Our state was not without slavery

Juneteenth is a hinge in the door of our history – Maine's history, too.
Published
May 20, 2023

Maine Voices: State slowly, steadily working with Wabanaki tribes to heal historical wrongs

As our leaders return to the table of discussion again, we hope for forbearance, vision and, most of all, patience.
Published
May 12, 2023

Commentary: In state with dispersed tribal land, ‘full sovereignty’ seems unworkable

Rather than seeking to legislate this ill-defined status, Maine tribal leaders will be better served by putting on the table concrete proposals expanding tribal rights.
Published
April 6, 2023

Maine Voices: We need to continue uncovering hidden histories, not ignoring them

Any historical material that illuminates the past and present is valuable, even if – especially if – it tells an uncomfortable story.
Published
March 26, 2023

Pejepscot History Center and Maine’s First Ship receive funds from Preserving America Grant

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Published
March 26, 2023

Commentary: Gov. Mills remains committed to progress with tribal nations

The Maine Indian Land Claims Settlement Act was a thorough and significant breakthrough. That isn’t to to say, 40 years later, that it should not be changed.
Published
March 4, 2023

Commentary: Next step for Maine tribes should be meetings, negotiation

A recent report suggests a 1980 act broadly deprives Maine tribes of the benefits of federal legislation. But exactly what powers do the tribes lack?
Published
March 3, 2023

Paul Mills: In 1976, Maine helped elect a president

Carter gained vital traction by winning Maine’s caucus, and his Maine lieutenant quickly grasped that the candidate’s Southern roots were the key to a Democratic White House comeback.
Published
February 18, 2023

Insight: Tribes in Maine left out of Native American resurgence by 40-year-old federal law

Tribal citizens across the state should be allowed to partake in the ongoing tribal economic boom.
Published
February 18, 2023

The Maine Millennial: Maine’s Black history should be taught and learned

If you don’t know that your people have always belonged somewhere, it’s hard to feel at home there.