These fees act as an inflation multiplier and a hidden tax on working Mainers. A sensible solution beckons.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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The Maine Millennial: On autism, awareness and acceptance
My level-one diagnosis, later in life, lifted a weight off my shoulders.
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Nature Connects: Time to really harness the strength of Maine’s largest waterfall
Restoring natural river flow supports fisheries, aquatic habitat and recreation, all of which are central to Maine’s economic growth and environmental values.
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Jim Fossel: We don’t need more funds, we don’t need more tax
It’s infuriating to see a proposal for increased taxes supported by state legislators.
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Hilary Koch: Net gains and razor pains
Women must be paid proportionately to their male counterparts, not because of gender, but because they’ve earned it through talent, hard work, and dedication.
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Opinion: It’s not only Trump supporters who can understand Trump’s allure
While much of Gen Z leans left politically, a strong frustration with American quality of life is present in many young people.
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Maine Compass: Memories of Joe Brennan from his old speechwriter
The Brennan administration created the toolkit for modern state government. In the process, Joe earned the undying loyalty, respect, and affection of everyone who ever worked for or with him, Frank O’Hara says.
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Opinion: Government mandates to blame for continuing decline of Maine education
Mainers should be empowered to make the important decisions regarding their children’s education.
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Opinion: To improve Maine students’ health and academics, start in the cafeteria
Revisions to the USDA’s school nutrition standards will strengthen a key source of nutrition for more than half of American schoolchildren.
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Opinion: Passover teaches us lessons of unity and connection
Connection, both to our ancestors and with others around the world, is a powerful tool in the fight against loneliness and depression.