While an earthquake is an act of nature, it’s not too soon to ask what contribution three political leaders have made to the extent of the disaster.
Op-eds
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Insight: Where’s our Pearl Harbor moment on climate change?
In 15 years, we could turn all this horror around. But we have to step off our complacent path, stop burning fossil fuels and start making moderate sacrifices.
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Commentary: Caregivers deserve better from Maine Med management
The unannounced removal of certain forms of paid leave is extremely discouraging for a union willing to bargain in good faith.
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Commentary: Aquaculture is fine, but corporate interests are pushing too far
Maine’s cold water, abundant forests of rockweed and talented workforce make it a great place for seaweed aquaculture. That does not mean a ‘roadmap’ of headlong intensification is in the state’s best interest.
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Jim Fossel: Biden speech showed a president lacking focus
This year’s State of the Union would have done better to emphasize areas on which bipartisan agreement already exists.
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The Maine Millennial: Decriminalize drugs for personal use
We can either punish people who use drugs or we can keep them alive.
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Commentary: Young people should understand risks of high-potency marijuana
Almost seven in 10 Maine teenagers think it’s safe for them to use cannabis once or twice a week. It’s not.
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The humble Farmer: I’d know that face anywhere
I’m that guy who writes names under ancient group photos – and who uses real names when writing about my friends and family.
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Commentary: Cross-border lobster meeting inspires confidence in right whale’s future
After a tempestuous 2022, I was heartened by the dialogue and dedication on display at the U.S.-Canada Lobster Town Meeting.
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Commentary: Keep unspoiled Sears Island as it is – build wind hub somewhere else
Port operators at nearby Mack Point and Estes Head in Eastport are eager to host a site where offshore turbines can be made, assembled and launched.