When I was a student, you used to tell us to ‘clean our consciences.’ Now it’s your turn.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Owen McCarthy provides Maine Republicans with a new path forward | Opinion
A bold vision, new ideas and a credible plan to govern are why I’m endorsing him in the GOP primary for governor.
A moral appeal to those enforcing immigration practices | Opinion
The most dangerous participants in unjust systems are not necessarily the loudest or most hateful, but the most obedient.
Maine must resist false binary on immigration | Opinion
We need to set aside partisan animosity and demand that our leaders do the hard work of building a system that is just and works for all of us.
Portland Renys op-ed took me down memory lane | Opinion
The December tribute to the Congress Street store stirred up a lot of nostalgia.
‘White Guilt’ explains everything about race in America | Opinion
Shelby Steele’s 2006 book explores the air of moral superiority that surrounds American liberalism to this day.
Problem-solving over partisanship: Rick Bennett for Maine governor | Opinion
We need a governor willing and able to rise above division.
Are we using the wrong tactics against ICE? | Opinion
Harassing and demeaning those with whom we disagree may ultimately be destructive.
A promise kept and a dream unfurling in Waterville | Column
Tim Hollis’ love of music has been the key to unlocking learning, allowing him to earn his diploma after being told for years he couldn’t do anything.
Feds need to be more hands-off with private enterprise | Jim Fossel
The presidency hasn’t reined in Trump the dealmaker. It may be time for Congress to do so.