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Published
June 25, 2017

Maine Voices: Centennial of modern conscription

June 5, 1917, was a landmark in American military history – the day that men ages 21-30 had to register for the draft.
Published
June 16, 2017

By slashing pay of experienced aid specialists, National Guard hurts veterans

Family Assistance Centers are a lifeline for many, but the huge wage cut shows the Guard doesn't value them.
Published
May 29, 2017

Maine Voices: Memorial Day reminds Mainers to honor service members year-round

The state has a rich history of contributions to the nation's defense, and we should never forget that.
Published
April 19, 2017

Maine Voices: There is no survivable ‘nuclear option’ in alarming new arms race

Rebuilding our weapons delivery systems would also be a colossal waste of precious tax dollars.
Published
March 25, 2017

Another View: Congress has obligation to weigh in on war-making

The post-9/11 authorization for use of force doesn't cover current counterterrorism efforts.

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Published
March 21, 2017

Kathleen Parker: Presidential budget logic: Help single moms by building the wall

If you're having trouble connecting the dots, welcome to Donald Trump's Washington.
Published
March 17, 2017

Our View: Maine delegation should unite against proposed EPA cutbacks

The president's plan would erode funding to enforce air and water protections, and harm Mainers' quality of life.
Published
March 3, 2017

Maine Voices: Lack of early-education funds shapes up as national security issue

A full 7 in 10 young Americans are not even eligible to serve their country in the armed forces.
Published
March 1, 2017

Critics at hearing say Maine bureau ‘cherry-picks’ veterans’ strong claims for benefits, rejects others

A bill seeks to address allegations that difficult disability cases are turned away, but the Bureau of Veterans Services says it's just adhering to federal criteria.
Published
March 1, 2017

Another View: Senate has golden opportunity to learn from McMaster

The pick for national security adviser should be called on to elaborate on his vision for the job.