Ever looked at your kid’s school dress code? You probably should. Although the worst excesses aren’t happening here, there have been cases across the country of dress code officers measuring girls’ skirts and forcing them to wear bright yellow “shame clothing” and being sent home from school for violations. All so the boys — who […]

Since Maine lost a congressional seat in 1962 and the 2nd House District was redrawn, it’s been a mystery to political observers. As frequently noted, it’s geographically the largest congressional district east of the Mississippi, and its two main population centers — Lewiston and Bangor — are far from Maine’s centers of business and government […]

Let’s begin this week by answering your questions about Rusty. I talked to Kath; she says “tell everyone that Rusty is doing okay.” Stop by and see him, you’ll find him chowing down on the free stuff. Fellow veterans, about the upcoming election on November 4th, remember your sacrifices in the military, protecting our freedoms. […]

I’m writing to support the election of David Sinclair, who is running for District Attorney for Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo counties. Whoever wins the election will be responsible for all criminal prosecutions in those four counties. District Attorneys in Maine operate largely behind the scenes, outside the limelight, and away from cameras. Nevertheless, the […]

A worthy task to ask yourself when you vote is who is going to represent the best values of what a civil society should provide. The public welfare and education system cost more each year without an end. We have a declining school population and yet it is not enough. We have the highest energy […]