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Jim Fossel: Moderation is the blessing of divided government

Liberals should take solace from the fact that even if they can’t do everything they want, their opponents won’t be able to either.

by Hana Ryan The Baltimore Sun November 11, 2020November 10, 2020

Men without college degrees who live in rural areas are more likely to vote Republican and less likely to wear masks to fight COVID.

by Dennis Bailey Special to the Telegram November 8, 2020November 8, 2020

A former Press Herald reporter details his experience with the virus.

by Ranu S. Dhillon and Abraar Karan Special to the Washington Post September 20, 2020September 16, 2020

We can’t stop the pandemic unless we have better data about where and why it’s spreading.

by John Paul Brammer Special to the Washington Post September 12, 2020September 11, 2020

What do these celebrations say about our culture, what we choose to celebrate and who gets thrown under the gender bus?

by Carl Szanton Special to the Press Herald September 8, 2020September 7, 2020

The Democrat says he want to govern in a bipartisan manner, and he will need partners in the other party.

by Steve Hewins Special to the Telegram September 6, 2020September 6, 2020

They have helped many small businesses weather the pandemic while keeping themselves and customers safe.

by Cynthia Phinney Special to the Press Herald September 4, 2020September 3, 2020

Maine’s Sen. Susan Collins has supported policies that hurt Maine workers and their families.

by Mary Callahan and Richard Wexler Special to the Press Herald September 3, 2020September 2, 2020

Overuse of foster care has traumatic effects on children and families.

by Dorothy Ferrell Special to the Telegram July 26, 2020July 25, 2020

The National Woman’s Party led the fight for the 19th Amendment 100 years ago, but the work is not finished.