“Irish need not apply.” My parents told me about this sign that was common in shop windows advertising for help in the 1930s. It seems we have made no progress since then. Our president shamefully called out our Somali neighbors in a truly disgusting manner earlier this month. History will condemn him for that. […]
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Uplifting reflections on the meaning of freedom | Letter
When winter and the news leave me cold, reading warms me. In 1859, Abraham Lincoln said, “The principles of Jefferson are the definitions and axioms of free society. And yet they are denied, and evaded, with no small show of success … Those who deny freedom to others, deserve it not for themselves; and under […]
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A powerful show by Deering Players | Letter
The spectacular performance of the smash hit “Mamma Mia!” by the Deering Players on Dec. 12 and 13 at the Deering High School Theater was not just fun and entertaining; it was a total repudiation of the current administration’s efforts to squelch diversity, equity and inclusion. Kudos to the directors of this epic musical for casting […]
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Christmas in Maine is about much more than the scenery | Letter
Embodying the season’s spirit through giving and support is also a part of what makes this place special.
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Anti-Hannaford campaign part of a broader problem | Letter
The anti-Hannaford signs and banners popping up all around Portland have been stirring a distressed, uneasy feeling in me. What is the purpose of this? If this person or group actually believes what their signs say, that they don’t like the way Hannaford operates its business, they don’t need to advertise. All they have to […]
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JB Pritzker shows us not all billionaires are created equal | Letter
Again, Jim Fossel tries to equate the behavior of Democrats and Republicans, this time implying that Dems are hypocrites for considering a billionaire for president. That billionaire is Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (“JB Pritzker presents Democrats with an uncomfortable dilemma,” Nov. 23). Fossel states, “Like Trump, Pritzker expanded his inherited wealth. Now, suddenly he’s potentially […]
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Do I have to be on a team, politically? | Letter
Doug Jones is running for governor of Alabama. I am shocked at myself, because my first reaction is: “What party is he with?” It’s not “What does he want to accomplish?” It’s not “How qualified is he?” It’s not “What is his character?” Have I been watching too many football, basketball, baseball and hockey games? […]
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Elect Graham Platner to support organized labor | Letter
Remember a time when organized labor was stronger? When a broader, more stable middle class existed and wages were good enough to support far more families, lifting not just those in unions but most others along with them? When’s the last time we had a clear choice to vote for working people in Maine on […]
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Maine’s congressional delegation needs to support the War Powers Act | Letter
I am writing you about the role of Maine’s congressional delegation in asserting Congress’ constitutional mandate to declare war or take military action. In early October, there was a bipartisan effort to force President Trump to seek congressional authorization to use force in regard to Venezuela. Sen. Angus King voted in support of this resolution. […]
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Grateful for Classical Uprising in Brunswick | Letter
There are many wonderful choices for experiencing classical music in this holiday season. On a recent Saturday, members of our extended family, including our two young grandchildren, attended the Classical Uprising concert “Sing We Noel” at First Parish Church UCC in Brunswick. The concert presented newer and older choral music of the season sung by the […]