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Commentary: Hold Democrats to their word on war spending

by Rev. Dr. William Barber II and Phyllis Bennis Tribune News Service February 11, 2020September 14, 2020

The presidential candidates should deliver a cost-benefit analysis of the conflicts and weapons that have taken the lives of millions.

by Tony Owens, M.D. Special to the Press Herald February 10, 2020February 10, 2020

No new medical advance has prevented more suffering than the increased use of vaccines.

It’s a fever that strikes whenever an independent-minded senator doesn’t vote their way.

by The Editorial Board February 9, 2020February 9, 2020

Question 1 has nothing to do with stopping Big Pharma or most of the other talking points pushed by its backers.

by Wayne Cobb Special to the Telegram February 9, 2020February 10, 2020

The 40-year-old Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act needs to be updated.

by D. Brock Hornby Special to the Telegram February 9, 2020February 7, 2020

A philosophical debate in Portland over the nature of God and man made Page 1 news back in 1927.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal February 9, 2020September 14, 2020

You can feel politically powerless, or do what you can to make a difference.

by Marta Varee Pearson Special to the Telegram February 9, 2020February 8, 2020

With enough will and unity, equity is difficult but not unattainable, an African American former Mainer says.

The incentive structure has changed to discourage cooperation and encourage obstruction.

by Chicago Tribune February 8, 2020September 14, 2020

The unfolding debacle means that the possibility of a Democratic circular firing squad is strong.