As a veteran, I cannot fathom how readily people can access weapons that are designed for efficient slaughter. Rebecca Wells Brunswick

I hope the commission trying to come up with ways to stop mass murders, like the one in Lewiston, will examine what New Zealand did after similar bloodshed there. Within 11 days, legislators outlawed assault weapons. Their murder rate plummeted and has stayed there. Harley Marshall Portland

The March 30 article, “Hundreds rally in Portland, calling for immediate and permanent cease-fire in Gaza,” captured the intention of the rally, as well as the energy of those committed to showing up. The rally/march was organized by the Maine Coalition for Palestine and was a beautiful testament to the dedication of those who stand […]

I’m writing to express my excitement at seeing Rep. Chellie Pingree’s 97% score on the National Environmental Scorecard. This scorecard is published every year by the League of Conservation Voters, and it provides valuable information about the voting records of members of Congress on important environmental legislation. Knowing where our senators and representatives stand is […]

When I read the paper and see an exceptional photo, the name Brianna Soukup always comes to mind and yes, indeed, it is hers. Her photos are so true to the moment. An example that comes to my mind right away is in the March 29 paper, where a young boy is gleefully experiencing snow […]

The editorial in the March 24 Maine Sunday Telegram, “Maine finally turns a corner on public defense,” was factually flawed and misleading. Such uninformed and contrived proselytizing is a disservice to journalism. Much worse, it reinforces Maine’s continuing violation of the constitutional rights of the presumably innocent, indigent accused, who continue to languish in our […]

I am very disappointed with the Biden administration’s recent authorization to send more 500- and 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. These bombs, capable of mass destruction, are surely responsible for many civilian casualties among the Palestinians living in Gaza. An unnamed White House official indicated it is part of the administration’s support of Israel’s right to […]

Do voters feel intelligent, informed and incredibly scared in this election year? In emergencies, we can freeze, faint, succumb to fear, or get a grip on our fear in hopes of actual survival. Inaction can seal our fate. Fear can make our “lizard” brains kick in, longing for a “strong man” who, by brute force, […]