The measure, which comes after a divisive, years-long debate in Skowhegan, has now received initial approval in both chambers of the Legislature.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Mills signs bill changing Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day in Maine
The recognition comes as Mills tries to smooth relationships between state government and the Native American tribes in Maine.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Columbus Day doesn’t tell the whole story
We’ve heard the story of America from only one point of view, with Columbus at the center.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Skowhegan should listen to the real Indians
The town’s bellowing die-hards aren’t ‘mighty’ – they’re just clueless.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education, Sports, Varsity Maine
Supporters of ‘Indians’ nickname ask SAD 54 board to send the issue to referendum
Residents who support Skowhegan Indian Pride are trying to overturn the board’s 14-9 vote to retire the nickname used for the school district’s sports teams.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine House approves changing Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day
Democratic Rep. Benjamin Collings of Portland sponsored the bill renaming the state holiday.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Skowhegan-area school board right to retire nickname
Regardless of anyone’s intent, the sports teams’ name was offensive and hurtful and had to go.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Skowhegan’s decision to retire ‘Indians’ nickname faces hurdles
Some in the community say they will fight the change, while others are grappling with how and when to make it.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education, Varsity Maine
Skowhegan schools become last in Maine to retire ‘Indians’ nickname
The 14-9 vote by the SAD 54 board concludes a years-long debate that divided residents over whether its sports teams’ name was offensive to Native Americans.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Let’s work toward one Maine, with environmental justice for all
Residents who are already dealing with poverty, racism or both shouldn’t face the added stress of toxic chemicals.