It’s a trade-off that would keep the country safe and improve the lives of millions of human beings.
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Maine Voices: Religious persecution is wrong, no matter where it happens
It is important to welcome Muslims in our country, ensuring that they do not face anti-Muslim bigotry.
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Couples renew their vows, some with AR-15s in tow, at Pennsylvania church
The congregation believes the rifle symbolizes the ‘rod of iron’ in the Bible.
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Evangelist Billy Graham’s body to lie in honor at U.S. Capitol
The two-day viewing is part of nine days of mourning for America’s most famous evangelist.
Posted inLetters, Religion and Values
Letter to the editor: Reflections column raised more ‘simple questions’
Bill Gregory’s Jan. 20 Reflections column, “Simple questions can often shed light on intriguing truths,” raises a number of questions but also makes two statements that call for two additional simple questions. He states, “I don’t believe that anything is absolute.” Is that statement itself not an absolute? He relates the story of his son’s […]
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Maine Observer: Gift for biscuit lady is food for thought
A soup kitchen volunteer is bowled over by a hungry man’s response.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World, News, Religion and Values
Pope Francis stuns Chileans by accusing sex abuse victims of slander
He aggravates the nation’s already bitter relationship with the Catholic Church, seeking proof that a bishop helped cover up the crimes.
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Maine Voices: Real champions display depth of character uncommon in pro sports
So save your standing ovations for a disabled child scoring big in the Special Olympics.
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Maine Voices: Money earmarked for prayer room at USM could be much better spent
The Portland school plans to spend $100,000 to renovate a building whose fate is still uncertain.
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Commentary: Democrats should be heartbroken that Roy Moore lost Alabama Senate race
‘Sen. Moore,’ a Republican caricature come to life, would have been the gift that keeps on giving.