You can’t actually meet people during a pandemic, but virtual meeting places are not much better.
Op-eds
The View From Here: Three dots say more than you think
Technology has given us a lot of new ways to communicate – and a lot of ways to be misunderstood.
Jim Fossel: Sen. Collins shows that some Republicans want to govern
GOP senators who are willing to cross party lines will be crucial if the Biden administration is going to get anything done.
Maine Observer: On my knees praying for new knees
A lifetime of rough use has made the most reverent of joints ready for renewal.
Black History Month: Gerald Talbot, Maine’s first Black lawmaker
During his three House terms, Talbot championed migrant worker rights, Indian tribal sovereignty, fair housing and creating a holiday to honor King.
Maine Voices: Weathering pandemic means always having a backup plan
Whether the goal is getting exercise or getting the vaccine, aging has taught me to have patience while I figure things out.
Commentary: The courts are not coming to save voting rights
More than 100 new voting restrictions have been introduced across the United States. Opponents will find it hard to stop them.
DHHS official: Editorial overlooks strides made toward addressing child care challenges
The state of Maine is improving the quality of child care services, increasing accessibility and supporting providers.
Maine Voices: How cheats and scam artists are helping us invest in the future
Whatever their background, anyone who spends a stimulus check is channeling most of that money into an economy that needs it.
Commentary: The Fairness Doctrine won’t solve our problems – but it can foster needed debate
Why it’s time to explore the connections among the First Amendment, content regulation and democracy.