In repealing the property tax freeze for those aged 65 and over, the Maine Legislature has shown total disregard for its senior citizens. Seniors loved this program and many of us took advantage of it. Our lawmakers should have put an income cap on the law to start and could have done so now instead […]

I was sad to see Tux Turkel, an admirable journalist, rely primarily on Toyota, the world’s leading producer of gasoline and hybrid vehicles, to promote hybrids over electric vehicles (“Is Maine’s drive for all-electric vehicles bad climate policy?” July 16). Numerous studies show that not only are hybrids worse for the environment than EVs, but […]

I am grateful for Gov. Mills’ firm and compassionate leadership on the issue of women’s right to make our own reproductive decisions here in Maine. It is because of her bold leadership, with the support from our legislators, that Maine leads the nation in our policy on abortion access. It makes me especially proud to […]

Northern Maine Rep. Jared Golden recently voted yes on the House bill to fund our military. Makes sense, he is a two-time combat veteran, serving our country in the Marine Corps. He is also a Democrat, which has led questions from liberals on his commitment to trans rights, abortion rights and diversity because of some […]

There’s a formidable social and political movement at hand in the U.S. today. Right-leaning, mostly white, Christian and cisgender persons are championing their value and values in new and far-reaching ways. They make for a powerful voting bloc that’s presently remaking our nation. This movement emphasizes the importance of birth: that all conceived humans have […]

Sebago Lake’s water levels have been mismanaged for years. Ever since the water maximum height was raised, back in 1987-1988, there has been extensive damage to the quality of the lake water and significant erosion. As the water level maximum increased, so did the amount of phosphorus pouring into the lake. The buffer zone of […]

I wish that someone could explain to me just exactly what they mean when they use the word “woke” in a derogatory manner. According to the dictionary, “woke” means to be awake, to be aware of what is going on around you. That’s what I have always thought it meant. I consider that to be […]