A profile of some of the Parkland, Florida students who galvanized the national demonstrations for gun law reforms on March 24.
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Posted inMaine, News
Anger and resolve fuel protesters in Portland’s March for Our Lives
‘We have a right to go to school without being afraid,’ organizer Hamdia Ahmed tells a crowd gathered at City Hall.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Mark Eves: It’s time for politicians to take a stand and stop gun violence
The determination and bravery of American students should be an inspiration to all of us.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Leonard Pitts: Kids lead the way on gun control, and put elders to shame in the process
Unlike older generations, the nation’s teens refuse to accept that gun violence is ordinary and unsolvable.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Bill to allow guns in cars on school grounds is unanimously rejected by Maine House
The legislation, which was introduced prior to the most recent mass shooting at a school in Florida, will now move to the state Senate.
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‘If we do nothing, more will die’: Maine students join gun protest
The snowstorm didn’t stop hundreds of students from joining the national walkout with rallies in downtown Portland and at schools across the state. More protests are planned for today.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Despite Parkland shooting, some big retailers sticking to their guns
Outdoor stores like Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops probably figure they can’t afford to alienate their base, an expert says.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine’s House speaker: As young people press for action on gun violence, we are listening
Lawmakers, why are our kids braver when they go into school than we are when we cast our votes?
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump yields to politics and NRA, retreats on demand for sweeping gun reforms
His two modest measures do not address his call to raise the age for buying assault weapons to 21.
Posted inNation & World, News, Schools and Education
Trump vows ‘rigorous’ arms training for teachers
The administration backs off gun law changes and focuses on mental health and school safety.