Though ‘The Donald’ isn’t the right choice to lead them, his millions of fans are justifiably tired of the ‘political correctness’ foisted on them by a disrespectful ruling class.
2016
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Too much … too little … only one minimum-wage choice is just right
Proposed base pay of $12 an hour would do more harm than good – instead, let’s phase in an increase to a $10 minimum.
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Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Sanders a rare example of integrity, dedication to middle-class interests
While Sen. Bernie Sanders’ record is strong on supporting family farms, that’s not the main reason we’re supporting him. Nor is the fact that he has, from the beginning, been an outspoken advocate for right-to-know GMO labeling. Of course, he is leading the opposition to the draconian new Senate “DARK Act.” The Monsanto-backed bill would […]
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Letter to the editor: Through the ‘vulgar reality’ show, Kasich shines bright
Being a Republican at Bowdoin College is never easy, but it becomes ever more difficult as our present field turns into a vulgar reality show. Fortunately for Maine caucus-goers, there is still a candidate worthy of our support: Ohio Gov. John Kasich. Kasich would bring to the Oval Office an extraordinary resume. In Congress, John […]
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Letter to the editor: Sanders supporters see the candidate, not the label
M.D. Harmon says: “When government controls all the jobs, it controls everyone and everything.” A valid concern, except Bernie Sanders only wants to socialize the industries where profits outweigh individual liberties, like health care and education – industries we already socialize in many ways. The odd part is, many of us who support Bernie have […]
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Letter to the editor: Nemitz’s attack on Trump supporters underscores columnist’s own tunnel vision
A quick glance at the Portland Press Herald “newspaper” confirmed that today (March 2) was apparently Bill Nemitz’s turn to provide the message of hate, derision, ridicule and condescension to anyone who dares see the world through anything other than progressive lenses. Nemitz – who never has any facts to work with, only his opinion […]
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Charles Krauthammer: The essence of Trump’s appeal: It’s not in the policy, but in the attitude
He remains bulletproof because he projects ‘I’m tough. I will protect you.’
Posted inCurrent
South Portland on track to prohibit synthetic pesticides
South Portland is closer to becoming the second community in the state to adopt wide-reaching restrictions governing the use of pesticides on public and private land. At a workshop Monday, with the council chambers full, every councilor supported a draft ordinance, which Julie Rosenbach, sustainability coordinator for the city, called “bold but realistic” in a […]
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South Portland on track to prohibit synthetic pesticides
South Portland is closer to becoming the second community in the state to adopt wide-reaching restrictions governing the use of pesticides on public and private land. At a workshop Monday, with the council chambers full, every councilor supported a draft ordinance, which Julie Rosenbach, sustainability coordinator for the city, called “bold but realistic” in a […]
Posted inCurrent
South Portland on track to prohibit synthetic pesticides
South Portland is closer to becoming the second community in the state to adopt wide-reaching restrictions governing the use of pesticides on public and private land. At a workshop Monday, with the council chambers full, every councilor supported a draft ordinance, which Julie Rosenbach, sustainability coordinator for the city, called “bold but realistic” in a […]