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Op-eds
Sen. Angus King: How Congress is addressing inflation, climate change and the deficit
Any of the provisions of the just-passed Inflation Reduction Act would be incredibly impactful on their own. Combined, they set Americans up for stable, sustained success.
Commentary: Alito laments loss of faith. It’s Supreme Court credibility he should worry about.
In a recent speech in Rome, Alito appeared to be proselytizing, essentially calling on Americans of faith to get others to church.
Maine Voices: Griner’s experience reminds us of the pitfalls of world travel
Traveling internationally as a teacher and a coach, I saw firsthand the need for vigilance – particularly by and on behalf of young people.
Maine Voices: Watching the baptism of a beach kid
What a joy it is to witness a happy first foray into the sea.
Maine Voices: What if the balance demanded by the Fairness Doctrine could exist today?
A frequently chaotic and polarizing media landscape could benefit from an updated version of the broadcasting rule.
Jim Fossel: Legislative Republicans’ infighting puts party at risk
The aggressive maneuvers of the Dinner Party PAC are driving a wedge between it and incumbent leadership.
Maine Observer: A summer camp of our own making
From farming and grocery shopping to decorating cakes and staffing produce stands, visiting Gram’s house gave me more than any organized program ever could have.
Commentary: Democracy is hard. It’s supposed to be.
The U.S. political system tries to teach the advantages of bargaining with others and working out compromises.
The Maine Millennial: Values my grandfather taught me
Blood isn’t what makes a family; love and labor makes a family. Thanks, Grampy.