The Republican Party has a problem not unlike Dr. Frankenstein’s from Mary Shelley’s novel. Both created a creature that they could no longer control. And just like what happened to Dr. Frankenstein, Donald Trump may well lead the Republican Party to its demise. By endorsing Republican candidates from the most extreme wings of the party […]
March 2023
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Time to get real about support of Ukraine
Does the American-led NATO alliance actually believe Ukraine can defeat Russia? After all, Russia has twice the population of Ukraine, has skirted sanctions and can endure troop losses and supply issues far more effectively than can Ukraine. Short of a massive arms buildup that includes a big influx of fighter planes and long-range missiles, limiting […]
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Letter to the editor: Let there be light at Woodfords Corner
Illumination is essential for pedestrian safety in a neighborhood with many cars moving through quickly at all hours.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: A Catholic in the pews responds to the diocesan legal strategy
As victims continue to struggle with the pain of past abuse, I urge Bishop Deeley to acknowledge them in his own voice, not that of an attorney.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: My dream that women would lead Maine is now a reality
What’s on the menu for our state this International Women’s Day? Quite a bit.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine should shun initiatives to industrialize our coastal communities, waters
Restoration and protection efforts will sustain and strengthen our local fishing economies, cultures and marine ecosystems.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Safety in the skies is paramount. Don’t cheapen pilot training and experience
Lobbyists are trying to weaken pilot experience mandates. High levels of training make the difference between life and death.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Murdoch confided Trump was going ‘increasingly mad’ as Fox pushed false claims
The media executive’s astonishingly candid assessments are found in thousands of pages of internal Fox documents released as part of a lawsuit by Dominion Voting Systems.
Posted inNation & World
Baby girl born weighing 12 ounces finally heading home
Now she weighs 9 pounds, 5 ounces.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
Biden nominee for FCC withdraws after Manchin opposes confirmation
Industry groups and GOP lawmakers say Gigi Sohn is too radical and accuse her of unethical practices.