To understand why this Republican mindset is so dangerous, let’s turn to James Madison.
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Commentary: Community is key to preventing teen substance use
We must engage community leaders to combat the normalization of teen drug use, work to delay first-time use and improve the prevention practices already in place.
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The humble Farmer: Kids drop what they’re doing when Mom calls them home
Calves separated from their mothers will jump the fence and come running when they hear the maternal mooing in my east pasture.
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Commentary: Maine needs the proposed Dirigo Business Incentive Program
The program, which provides an income tax credit to businesses for workforce training and capital investment, is a critical tool in helping Maine businesses that are competing with other states.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s pro-abortion rights lawmakers are misguided
Backers of the proposal to expand abortion access in our state fail to recognize the loss of unborn human life.
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Commentary: Ensuring children and working families have what they need to thrive
Paid leave, investments in child care and public preschool will not only support Maine families but also encourage others to move or return here, providing a needed boost to our workforce.
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Commentary: Maine’s immigrant communities have a lot to gain from offshore wind
Responsible wind power development will ensure both robust labor protections and benefits inclusive of people regardless of race, national origin or income.
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Commentary: By misinterpreting key law, Maine relegates tribes to the status of municipalities
The Maine Indian Claims Settlement Implementing Act reflects a partnership between tribes and the state that distinguishes Wabanaki communities from Maine cities and towns.
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Commentary: One year since Dobbs, and we won’t go back. Maine is moving forward.
It’s important that Maine lawmakers pass bills that would expand access to abortion, remove cost-sharing barriers to care, protect providers from malpractice penalties and prohibit local restrictions.
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Commentary: Practice makes profits – rising stars, name, image, likeness and cash
As recent changes to NCAA’s NIL rules give college athletes a major opportunity to earn income, they need financial education and professional support to ensure long-term financial success.