Civility and integrity have been replaced by foul-mouthed name-calling and disdain for the truth in White House politics.
Bill Nemitz
Portland Press Herald opinion columns from Bill Nemitz.
Bill Nemitz: What is it with these Republican mayors from Waterville?
Today, former Mayor Paul LePage’s old job is in the hands of one Nick Isgro.
Bill Nemitz: Maine professor, struggling student had a chemistry
Many years later, Ray Stevens is passing on the kind of empowerment he got from USM Professor Emeritus John Ricci.
Bill Nemitz: On Affordable Care Act fixes, Sen. Collins’ perceived clout came up short
The senator said there would be repercussions if her party’s promises to her weren’t kept, yet none have materialized.
Bill Nemitz: Oil man who bilked customers gives new meaning to the word slippery
Nicholas P. Curro III, who reneged on heating oil contracts with 313 customers for almost $400,000, evades punishment for over a decade.
Bill Nemitz: The cure for bad office holders is good candidates to run against them
Maine saw two examples this week of the disturbing things that can happen when a candidate runs unopposed.
Bill Nemitz: His authenticity might help Shawn Moody put out fires
The Republican’s hopes for succeeding LePage as Maine’s governor may rest on voters liking him enough to dismiss some of his statements.
Bill Nemitz: DHHS caseworker explains impossible task of trying to keep up
Between meeting days, document days, court days and other duties, Andrew Schoening never had enough time to handle his large number of cases.
Bill Nemitz: All educators may not be on board, but student-protest train has left station
One Maine school district twists itself in knots to justify punishing youths for taking a stand against gun violence.
Bill Nemitz: Gov. LePage, of all people, has no excuse for ignoring child abuse
The governor is cutting funds for programs that aim to prevent the very kinds of abuse that he says he suffered at the hands of his father.