We keep hoping that Maine Sen. Susan Collins will turn, but we know who’s driving this wreck.
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Judge’s environmental record no secret
In a dozen years on the federal bench, Brett Kavanaugh has ruled in favor of polluters nearly every chance he got.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Kavanaugh hearing ends with Democrats saying abortion rights, executive power at stake
The judge sticks to a well-rehearsed script throughout his testimony.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Dana Milbank: Kavanaugh spectacle fueled by signs he’ll cement partisan tainting of court
He might not be the most conservative justice if confirmed, but he could be the most political – and lenient with Trump.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine, national gun-control advocates: Court nominee’s radical views on gun laws ignore need to protect citizens
Brett Kavanaugh’s record shows he’s far outside the mainstream and in direct opposition to the values and principles of most Mainers.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
In 2nd day of hearing, Kavanaugh grilled on abortion rights, pardons and presidential power
The Supreme Court nominee leaves some ‘hypothetical’ questions unanswered.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Deep divides on display in chaotic opening day of Kavanaugh confirmation hearing
While Brett Kavanaugh says he would not judge cases based on his own views, Democrats call for a delay in the confirmation and protesters disrupt the proceedings.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Rep. Fredette: Brett Kavanaugh is exceptionally qualified to be a Supreme Court justice
I urge Maine Sen. Susan Collins to support his nomination to the Supreme Court.
Posted inHealth, Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Kavanaugh would endanger women’s right to make nuanced pregnancy choices
Termination might be the best option when a developing child has a debilitating condition or when delivery would pose a risk to the mother.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Senate should restore 60-vote threshold for federal judicial nominees
Also, future presidents and Senate leaders of both parties must come together to choose them.