What’s in a name? Democrats are wringing their hands over the candidacy of JFK’s nephew – for now, at least.
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Giving Voice: Is my story useful to others?
In the early days of The Gathering Place, 12 years ago, the few volunteers there struggled. How could we help those who had come looking for rest and searching for a place where somebody welcomed them and was not turned away, not scorned and not driven away? Should we give them advice, offer them the […]
The Maine Idea: Paying for college without violating the Constitution
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision along partisan lines striking down President Biden’s cancelation of college loan debt elicited an equally partisan reaction from press and politicians, as if the court were simply another political body. It’s an impression the court has unfortunately left itself open to of late. Republicans applauded Biden v. Nebraska’s perceived […]
Tom Purcell: Puppy’s dad saved by the potty bell
Bringing a puppy home for the first time is not for the faint of heart. I quickly learned I was not even close to being prepared for the massive disruption my life was about to experience — a disruption that was caused by one of the most basic needs that every creature has. Puppies ‘go’ […]
Commentary: Bring a dental therapy school to Maine
While we have great access to dental hygienists here in Maine, we do not have the level of training between hygienist and dentist. That must change.
Commentary: Affirmative action carries on for students who are white, male and wealthy
The Supreme Court’s recent decision will do little to curb discrimination in higher education.
Commentary: For Republicans, ‘Bomb the Mexicans’ is the new ‘Build the Wall’
Republican politicians aren’t interested in finding real solutions for reducing the flow of desperate migrants or for families harmed by opioid addiction. They’re into political gain, by any means necessary.
Commentary: What Native American sovereignty has done for the economy of New York state
A recent visit to Oneida County opened my eyes to the vast economic opportunities that Maine is forfeiting.
Clarence Page: At least the Supreme Court offered alternatives to affirmative action
The Supreme Court scrapped race as a factor in college admissions, but the Roberts court pointed the way to economic class as a better remedy.
Commentary: Legislators must recognize that not all solar is created equal
The transition off fossil fuels is well underway. Maine can lead or be left behind.
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