Congress won’t stop irresponsible deficit spending unless it’s forced to by the Constitution.
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Maine Voices: Case ruling on violation of due-process rights is a warning to defendants
The justice system is not always fair to all, so they must keep a close eye on the conduct of judges and prosecutors.
Commentary: Repealing the Second Amendment would hurt the U.S. Constitution
The Constitution is weakened if we respond to Suprme Court decisions by trying to amend it right away.
State Sen. Brakey: Ignoring Constitution on gun access would open door to loss of other rights
The next generation of Americans, our future leaders, should fully understand the fundamental document that protects our liberty.
Maine Voices: As efforts to limit abortion rights grow, clinics need support of community
Complacency risks losing the compassionate and caring providers such as Maine Family Planning.
What about free speech? Or, how I got banned by the Portland Press Herald
The legacy media’s defense of the First Amendment’s guarantee of freedom of speech is not quite what it should be.
Commentary: Onset of adulthood unclear, but it’s certain those 18-20 have right to own a gun
The push to prevent the Second Amendment from applying to youths until they turn 21 must be rejected.
Our View: Students need to learn harsh truths of American history
Slavery and the racism that engendered it fueled problems with which we’re still grappling.
Maine Voices: We must provide access to full range of reproductive health care
Abortion is the only medical procedure singled out in Maine law with provider restrictions.
George Will: After tax overhaul, we need a balanced-budget amendment more than ever
Government borrowing amounts to taxation without representation of the unborn.