Party leaders tie themselves in knots trying to find a way to separate terrorists from peaceful Muslims.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Be thankful Carson was wrong about Jefferson
Notwithstanding the genius of the Declaration of Independence, its principal draftsman had truly terrible views about what a constitution should be like.
It’s time for us to think positively about Maine’s prospects for the future
Speakers at last week’s Envison Maine Summit were inspiring, but they didn’t sugar-coat the challenges we face.
5 myths about Rosa Parks
Things you thought you knew about what occurred in Montgomery, Alabama, 60 years ago.
Being grateful for our bounty, helping others can make us healthier
We also must fight against anger when others are less tolerant to those who need help.
Goal: End AIDS in Maine by 2030
As treatment improves and cases decrease, the sense of urgency about this disease and funding to fight it has waned.
Tailgating tops list of bad habits we’ve picked up from Massachusetts drivers
It’s never a good idea at the best of times, but when encountering bad weather or construction it can be deadly.
Responses of fear, bigotry to Paris attacks give the terrorists a win
Our governors’ and presidential candidates’ rhetoric seems likely to encourage an increase in irrational beliefs, sending us into the terrorists’ trap.
Two American holidays complement each other with spirits of religion and freedom
We owe our nation to people brave enough to strike out for New World, and brave enough to ‘throw off’ British oppressors.
How many words is a picture worth, exactly?
Two constants since stem-cell transplant disappear — at least temporarily.