Even though we’d never met, Cindy was very important to me.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
‘The Interview’ really does subvert N. Korea’s regime
The movie has moments that are surprisingly smart and politically astute.
We all have a stake in standing up for freedom of speech in America
It is a mistake to think that freedom of speech is only a good thing for the relatively few people who wish to film, or say, or publish outrageous and offensive things.
‘Twas the day before Christmas, but no gifts without photo IDs
In Maine, Santa’s sleigh is pulled by six moose on the hoof.
A memorable Christmas
Despite lean times, the 1960 holiday in Oakland was an all-time favorite.
Dollars and sense of solar energy systems
Do homework before deciding on solar energy system for your home.
Top 10 political awards for excellence (or Phil And Ethan awards)
LePage’s ad featuring Barbara Bush is top campaign ad — hands down.
Changes needed in higher education must recognize the way we live now
Gone are the days when students went to college for four years to ‘find themselves.’
Never-ending hunt for the perfect Christmas tree
It’s all down hill when the first tree you ever buy is the best tree ever.
How can education, industry close the skills gap and fill U.S. jobs?
Companies can get skilled workers faster using vocational training.