In blue states, try an appeal to the greater good; in red ones, encourage long-shot White House hopefuls to aim for the Senate.
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Lisa Savage: As U.S. senator, I’ll stand up to neo-McCarthyism, say ‘no’ to U.S. wars
Smear campaigns and déjà vu Russia-baiting for anyone who dares mention defense cuts won’t stop me.
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Jim Fossel: There’s room in the center for immigration reform
While there is deep disagreement on the partisan extremes, most Americans would support sensible reforms to increase legal immigration.
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Dana Milbank: With words that could end a presidency, diplomat alters inquiry’s trajectory
Republicans object to the impeachment depositions being taken behind closed doors. But will they really be happier when proceedings become public?
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Maine legislative leaders prepare to trim list of 400 bills proposed for 2020
They will meet this month to decide which measures will be taken up in the second half of the legislative session.
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Jon Treacy: As U.S. senator, I can help make government work for all Mainers
Like Susan Collins, too many in politics are siding with power and wealth. It’s time to restore freedom, fairness and opportunity for all.
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Commentary: Don’t make it too hard for Republicans to board the impeachment train
Country over party applies to Democrats and impeachment, too.
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Dana Milbank: On impeachment, the worm has turned
What would Republicans allow President Elizabeth Warren to get away with?
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Republican strategy to shield Trump by canceling primaries carries risk
It could result in more uncommitted delegates to the national convention, meaning they would not be pledged to the president and could be less loyal if things go sideways.
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Leonard Pitts: Hottest month ever testifies to truth about climate change
More of us than ever are recognizing that there’s a crisis – now it’s time to act.