Students should be introduced to competing perspectives that challenge their preconceived points of view. Without a strong foundation in history, civics and social studies, that’s challenging.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Sound responses to homelessness in Maine can start small
A realistic, constructive approach acknowledges the stubborn reality of homelessness and works to improve people’s living arrangements in minor ways as well as major.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Community college changes lives
If you want to see the best expressions of pride and joy, get thee to a community college graduation.
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Commentary: Solar power is driving up electricity rates for no good reason
To continue to move forward with legislation that incentivizes and subsidizes these resources is irresponsible at best and negligent at worst.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Remembering the power of remembrance in Normandy
My uncle and thousands of others fought for liberty and freedom for all, bedrock principles we take too much for granted in our daily lives.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: In both Augusta and D.C., the Democratic Party is the party of runaway spending
Much apart from what it means for Americans’ bottom line, ruling out all tax cuts damages bipartisanship.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s war on drugs is nothing more than a war on people
My son Jesse Harvey dedicated himself to saving people struggling with addiction from a hateful and ineffective system. The rest of us have an obligation to continue this work.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Shah’s experience makes him right person to lead CDC at a crossroads
In Maine, Shah was a great communicator and a true public servant, which is just what the CDC needs.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Let’s give Maine students the upper hand financially
L.D. 1284, making personal finance a high school graduation requirement, represents our best chance to give future generations of Mainers the skills and confidence to manage their money wisely.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: Get out of the way – the ambulance is almost here
Meanwhile, the patient won’t stop cleaning house, and the car is blocking the driveway but can’t be moved.