It’s no accident that people opt for the scientist over the general. I worry that history is lost in the process.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
Bedside table: ‘Dante: A Life” by Alessandro Barbero
Book recommendations from readers.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: The Henrietta Lacks settlement is bigger than one family’s victory
The lawsuit that led to the historic agreement acknowledges the history of racism in the country’s medical system and the need to right those wrongs.
Posted inVegan Kitchen
‘No Meat Required’ looks at future of vegetarianism through its history
As vegetarian food options become more mainstream, author Alicia Kennedy sees a need to reinforce the societal arguments for plant-based eating.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Learning the wrong lessons about slavery
Here is why Florida’s new guidelines for teaching African American history need some work.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The humble Farmer: There will be a day when you wish you’d asked questions
When you are young you don’t know enough to ask questions of your elders.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: How we got endless summer breaks from school – and what we can do about it
Our kids went to school in the summer when the nation was young. With the right approach – and the right people to teach them – they can do so again.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Despite vows to reverse them, changing Army base names has noble purpose
Defense leaders rightly support removing names honoring the Confederacy because they want to rid the military of racism and discrimination.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Barbie is more than a longtime feminist flashpoint
Together, in the 1960s and ’70s, we weathered the societal upheavals that roiled women’s lives.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Jimmy Carter has always been true to the standards he set for himself
The man I first met at the Eastland Hotel in 1975, very early in his campaign, has inspired me throughout my life with his grace, integrity and compassion.