Race
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PublishedJune 10, 2020
Commentary: Newspaper, city of Portland mischaracterize protest safety concerns
The city used a meeting between officials and community members ‘to provide legitimacy for their actions against the public for expressing their First Amendment rights.’
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PublishedJune 9, 2020
Our View: Voices of Mainers raising black children must be heard
We should recognize that the mothers and fathers of children of color shoulder a burden that few others understand.
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PublishedJune 7, 2020
Maine Voices: In Maine’s bicentennial year, let’s cut through fog of racism
Criminal justice reform initiatives and our most important institutions can and must include Native people and people of color.
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PublishedJune 7, 2020
The View From Here: Something’s happening here
The street protests in Portland last week could signal a potent force for change – if the movement can stay organized.
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PublishedJune 7, 2020
The Maine Millennial: Under the shelter of white privilege
You don't have to be prejudiced to benefit from a system of white supremacy, whether you recognize it or not.
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PublishedJune 6, 2020
Maine Voices: White allies, come out from behind your keyboards to fight racism
The black community is in fear for our lives right now, and we need to know we are more than hashtags.
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PublishedJune 5, 2020
Maine Voices: White people must act on black Americans’ calls for fair treatment
A Portland protest stirs memories of justice never pursued for a black teenager in New York in 1971.
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PublishedJune 5, 2020
Maine Voices: In 8 minutes, 46 seconds, raising our voices for justice for George Floyd
The face-down posture of a peaceful Gorham ‘lie-in’ offers a glimpse into the vulnerability Floyd experienced in his last moments.
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PublishedJune 4, 2020
Maine Voices: Protect Maine’s immigrant communities from COVID-19
The virus’ spread among new Mainers can be slowed despite risk factors like the inability to socially distance and limited English proficiency.
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PublishedJune 3, 2020
Brewer official charged with filing false report over racist posting about George Floyd
Thomas Morelli, who has resigned as deputy mayor, said he is 'ashamed of my comments and behavior' and acknowledged his participation in 'Facebook trolling.'
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