The president-elect’s subservience to Vladimir Putin is the greatest cause for alarm.
Op-eds
Opinion: Maine is courting disaster by not addressing its electrical grid
The existing ‘grid’ is physically unable to underpin Maine’s future.
Opinion: Is Trump’s electoral victory a popular mandate?
The president-elect needs to keep in mind that nearly half the country supported his opponent and that the nation remains deeply divided politically.
Opinion: Stand up for the environment – and for your children
The nation’s youth will be hit the hardest by President-elect Trump’s anti-climate policy.
Opinion: How to bolster Maine’s labor market? Embrace apprenticeships.
Apprenticeships offer young adults a structured pathway into the workforce and high wage, in-demand careers. They can also benefit individuals seeking career changes.
Opinion: Candidates aren’t always home run picks, and that’s OK
“Five-tool” standouts are rare in both baseball and politics. Let’s focus instead on understanding the traits voters find appealing.
Opinion: Why shouldn’t a woman become president?
The sad reality is that much of our country isn’t ready for it.
Jim Fossel: Surprises, speculation and a possible fresh start
The 2024 election could wind up have a unifying effect.
Opinion: Why does Israel fight on?
Its strategy appears to be aimed at turning itself into a regional superpower, armed and backed diplomatically by the United States.
Opinion: It feels as if humor is all we have right now
See how funny it all is? These are most certainly tears of laughter.