The U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision, along partisan lines, striking down President Biden’s cancellation 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 […]
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Joanna Connor — queen of blues rock guitar
Chicago artist, together with her backing band of musicians, to perform July 16 during North Atlantic Blues Festival.
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Commentary: Entrepreneurship breaks down barriers for new Mainers
With the right supports, immigrant entrepreneurs can achieve economic stability and financial mobility.
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Maine Voices: Celebrate July 4 by encouraging youth civic engagement
Gen Z is the most diverse and most tolerant generation in America’s history. There’s a lot to be gained from working together.
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Commentary: What makes me a patriot and not a nationalist
True patriotism acknowledges mistakes in an effort to improve, so that one’s country can be the best it can be.
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Commentary: Maine Legislature should override Mills’ veto of tribal sovereignty bill
A deal is just that, a deal – until another deal can be made.
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Commentary: Next generation of Mainers desperately needs a climate budget
The negligent underfunding of state agencies devoted to the protection and defense of our natural resources cannot stand.
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Commentary: Drumbeat of gun control outrage is hysterical, reckless
Jumping to conclusions and political posturing has now become the default approach for progressives and the media.
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The Maine Millennial: What does it mean to support the troops?
We don’t seem to know the answer, which is why I find the patriotic holidays intensely frustrating.
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Hilary Koch: Melvin, the Legislature, and the power of people
I have a bit of a crush. I met a man last Tuesday, and I haven’t been able to stop thinking about him. But it’s harmless. It’s not exactly a crush in the traditional sense. Allow me to explain … The Maine Legislature is in the final stretch, deliberating bills that stand to impact almost […]