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Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Any day can be a good day for a Sunday drive | Opinion
On a dreary winter’s day, the ocean cheers me up.
Merry Christmas, (months-old) Baby | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
I give you my baby-focused holiday gift guide.
Oversight of congressional stock trading is tricky — and necessary | Jim Fossel
Banning members of Congress and their spouses or dependents from owning stocks isn’t a solution, but it’s a decent start.
It’s time to stop shouting and start listening | Opinion
Our politics too often amplifies grievance instead of addressing it.
Chanukah’s message shines brightly during Maine’s darkest season | Opinion
It’s not enough to just spread light. Rather, we must always be increasing the light we share.
Early childhood education in Maine needs the public’s help | Opinion
These programs are doing their part every day for the state’s children and families. The rest of us must do ours to support them.
Health insurance companies should pay a price for abandoning Maine | Opinion
If a company chooses profits over people in our state, it should be barred from returning for 20 years.
I may not have what it takes to be an influencer | Opinion
I’m no Meghan, Duchess of Sussex — and that’s OK.
Long-term care pharmacy change would endanger Maine’s seniors | Opinion
Thousands are at risk if these facilities close their doors due to changes to Medicare Part D reimbursements. Swift action is needed now.