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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Opinion: Cooperatives reflect Maine spirit, strengthen local economies
In a world increasingly dominated by large corporations and impersonal institutions, cooperatives stand as a testament to the power of local ownership and community-driven initiatives.
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Opinion: Canada makes Maine more resilient, prosperous and secure
Our two countries share more than a border. We share the same values, which form the basis of a common commitment to safety and economic strength.
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Opinion: The best way to clean up PFAS? Don’t produce them in the first place.
Our means of regulating toxic substances has been fundamentally flawed for years.
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Opinion: Artificial intelligence has no place in the classroom
Tools like ChatGPT discourage critical thinking, short circuit the learning process and disconnect students from each other.
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Opinion: Support for Trump overlooks and dismisses sexual abuse
It is astonishing how many citizens and neighbors are willing to make allowances for the presidential candidate’s depraved behavior.
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Opinion: Offshore wind in Gulf of Maine an opportunity we can’t ignore
The upcoming lease sale is the culmination of years of work to convince the federal government to only issue leases in specific areas.
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The Maine Millennial: Time to lower the boom on unsafe business
While lobbyists may argue otherwise, the record shows that companies cannot and will not regulate themselves.
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Jim Fossel: Maine poll shows Republican Party with room for cautious optimism
Republican advantages on issues and in individual races this election season are tempered by Democrats’ better organization and better management.
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Opinion: MAGA Republican candidates offer distraction only
Voters in Maine and nationwide must take a stand against their tactics.