Even before the pandemic, too many Maine children were suffering from hunger, homelessness and neglect.
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Maine Voices: Early Maine made no room for Christmas
The factors that meant Dec. 25 was just another day until the 1850s still find some support, inside and outside Christian culture.
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Maine Voices: Senior year plus COVID equals even more stress. But we can help each other
Connect with other people, take some time away from screens and spend a few minutes moving every day, says a Lewiston student.
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Maine Voices: Employers, prepare for pandemic’s next wave – mental health struggles
Counseling can be the difference between struggling and succeeding at work, and expanding access can be a win-win for businesses and workers.
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Maine Voices: Constitution doesn’t protect voters from two-party system that perpetuates dysfunction
Change will require relevant messaging, a nonpartisan agenda of bold ideas and a coalition lobby to mobilize political action.
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Maine Voices: During the pandemic, Maine needs to focus on municipal branding
Cities and towns should market themselves so people who are relocating understand the benefits associated with a Maine lifestyle.
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Maine Voices: Founders knew they couldn’t rely on angels to run government
The system of checks and balances have held up this year, as the 2020 election becomes official.
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Maine Voices: No COVID-19 relief? Blame lawsuit hoax
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell insists that any aid package must include sweeping liability immunity for corporations that put profits over safety.
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Maine Voices: We’ll need nuclear power to reach clean-energy goals
Even if the Climate Action Plan helps Maine achieve carbon neutrality, advances in nuclear power production will be key to the planet’s long-term future.
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Maine Voices: Be your child’s parent, not their friend
If you are a parent who is not satisfied with your relationship with your kids, recommit yourself to preparing them for life.