We may be closer to the end of the pandemic, but we are nowhere near back to normal.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Commentary: How Mainers can ‘make the call’ to save veterans from suicide
Warrior Call asks Maine veterans to reach out and connect with current and former battle buddies and let them know you care.
Maine Voices: No COVID-19 relief? Blame lawsuit hoax
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell insists that any aid package must include sweeping liability immunity for corporations that put profits over safety.
Maine Voices: We’ll need nuclear power to reach our clean-energy goals
Even if the Climate Action Plan helps Maine achieve carbon neutrality, advances in nuclear power production will be key to the planet’s long-term future.
Commentary: There’s a responsible way to end the federal marijuana ban
The key to any nationwide legalization is to keep the free market out of it.
Eli Lake: Iraq troop withdrawal was Austin’s failure — and Biden’s
Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
Maine Compass: Kennebec County commissioners should remove Fuller statue
They should be leaders and do the right thing.
MaineHousing director: Congress, president need to help keep Mainers housed during COVID crisis
Residents across the state are counting on the COVID-19 Rental Relief Program, which will run out Dec. 31 without more funding.
Maine Voices: Be your child’s parent, not their friend
If you are a parent who is not satisfied with your relationship with your kids, recommit yourself to preparing them for life.
George Smith: Some of the best advice I’ve ever been given
Good words of wisdom can carry you through a lifetime.