Maine’s residency requirement shouldn’t be an issue for the former Maine CDC director. That doesn’t mean opponents won’t push it.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Could there be a doctor in the Blaine House? | Douglas Rooks
The governor’s office may not be the best outlet for Dr. Nirav Shah’s considerable talents.
It falls to us to improve Maine’s political culture | Opinion
It’s time we start recognizing each other’s humanity — and demanding the same from our leaders.
Maine lobstermen are being punished for the sins of others | Opinion
The majority of North Atlantic right whale deaths and entanglements occur outside U.S. lobster fishing areas.
Canadians enraged by invitation of Maine State Sen. Joseph Martin | Opinion
An undated three-page letter by the state senator said that parts of western Canada would do well to join the United States. The response over the border? Not great.
Why outdoor learning matters for Maine kids | Opinion
When kids move their bodies and feel a sense of belonging in nature, they show up more confidently in class.
Shifting immigration standards breed employer confusion | Opinion
The recent case involving Old Orchard Beach reserve police officer Jon-Luke Evans shows us how regularly changing rules cause trouble.
Good in a crisis, Dr. Nirav Shah could be a promising candidate for anything | Steve Collins
The former head of the Maine CDC is weighing a run for governor. Why stop there?
Maine Democrats managed to put working families first | Opinion
Despite challenges both budgetary and behavioral, we passed a budget with people at its core.
Lost on a trail in Maine | Opinion
A ‘summer person’ gives thanks for the goodness and kindness of strangers.