The president’s announced use of an unproven treatment is just the latest example of people lying to us, and to themselves.
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Sen. Hamper: Looming Maine budget crisis calls for old-fashioned solutions
Instead of drawing down the Rainy Day Fund or becoming depending on federal handouts, we must accept a smaller state government.
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Maine Voices: Pandemic underscores urgency of taking action on climate change
The toll of coronavirus is a lesson to us in the high cost of delay.
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Commentary: Let’s work toward shutting down Maine’s bear feeding program
Until June 5, public comment is being taken on a proposal that would require a permit to feed bears and finally eliminate permits.
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Maine Voices: Expanded outdoor dining must make room for public in public spaces
As cities move to enable restaurant patrons to socially distance while eating outside, they should be mindful of equity.
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The Maine Millennial: Life during the wildlife rebellion
As humanity retreats in the face of COVID-19, the animal kingdom is on the march into a Buxton backyard.
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Maine Observer: Re-learning how to say hello
The coronavirus pandemic has taught us how to live without handshaking. What will take its place?
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Maine Voices: Recovery community offers insight into living during lockdown
Connection, structure and the ability to laugh at yourself are key to surviving and helping others make it through, too.
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Jim Fossel: Complex politics behind statewide corridor vote
Democrats and Republicans haven’t clearly split along party lines on a referendum aimed at blocking a western Maine power project.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: There’s no magic switch for Maine’s economy
Maine’s economy was shut down by a global pandemic, not by a superpower-equipped governor.