Last month at the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump revived the long-standing myth that immigrants are taking American jobs, claiming that of jobs created under President Joe Biden, “107% of those jobs are taken by illegal aliens.” This statement is false, as U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows that both U.S.-born and […]
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Opinion: Gorham Connector saga highlights Turnpike Authority’s flaws
The Maine Turnpike Authority wants us to reconsider its proposed expansion. Maybe we should be reconsidering the Maine Turnpike Authority itself.
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Hilary Koch: Trump is the ex who won’t go away
So, you’d think, a man who makes empty promises would take a hint. But here we are again, writes the columnist.
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Opinion: Hospital horror story a symptom of more serious disease
Funding disparities and inequities continue to plague community health care facilities nationwide.
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Opinion: National Labor Relations Board chair deserves greater scrutiny, vetting
The National Labor Relations Board is responsible for harmony between workforce and employer. I think it’s falling far short.
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Commentary: Trump’s allies are creating more election chaos in Georgia
The Georgia Board of Elections — which is dominated by election deniers — approved a rule change Monday that will sow chaos into the state’s election process and guarantee that if the November vote is close, we may not know the results of the presidential race for weeks. They’re playing with fire. By tipping the […]
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Commentary: Teaching civil discourse — A classroom blueprint for all America
First-time teachers and first-time voters gearing up for the 2024 election may have only ever been exposed to toxic polarization — it’s their norm. But for those of us who’ve been in the classroom for decades, the landscape of teaching civics has changed dramatically. In the early 2000s, America was polarized, but teaching during a […]
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Opinion: Mack Point is the less costly wind terminal option
Economic impact cannot be the only consideration in determining the site for the proposed floating offshore wind terminal.
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Opinion: Mainers deserve the truth about Rep. Golden and PACs
The line between corporate PAC money and trade group PAC money is blurry at best.
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Opinion: Young Mainers are taking action this election cycle
After almost a decade of frustration, young people have candidates who will truly fight for our interests – and we’re showing up to secure their victory.