Bigotry prevented Carl Clark’s heroism in World War II from being officially recognized.
2017
Posted inNews
Wilson ‘Bill’ Minor, acclaimed journalist of civil rights era, dies
His last column, published on Nov. 24, 2016, was critical of the nomination of Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions to be U.S. attorney general for allegedly addressing a black federal prosecutor as ‘boy’ and labeling the NAACP a communist organization.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine is prepared to fight efforts to roll back vehicle fuel-economy standards
Citing the effects of air pollution on the state, the Attorney General’s Office says it has joined other states that have signaled opposition to any weakening of rules set by the EPA in 2012.
Posted inLost, Maine, News
Treatment dilemma: No consensus on cure as demand for it explodes
In addition to woefully inadequate treatment resources to meet exploding demand in Maine, there is tension, too, among providers and policymakers over the best way to beat an opioid addiction.
Posted inEditorials
View from Away: A good, bipartisan tax reform idea is already out there
The Washington Post
Posted inOp-Eds
Douglas Rooks: Legislature should listen to voters on taxes
There’s no proof that lowering taxes on the wealthy breeds prosperity.
Posted inOp-Eds
Maine Compass: Make sure ‘milk’ is milk
A bill would tell the FDA to strictly enforce its existing standards on labeling.
Posted inCommunity
‘The Cobbossee Lake Monster’ completed
Russell family builds creature in five hours.
Posted inCommunity
Clinton plans kindergarten registration
Call the school to schedule an appointment.