The pandemic laid bare inequities that for too long have gone unchecked. We’re working hard to repair them.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Commentary: The US should help civilians escaping Sudan’s violence — before it gets worse
Sudan has descended into chaos as rival military leaders fight for power in the East African nation. Since the violence broke out April 15 in Khartoum, the capital, hundreds have been killed. The U.S. Embassy was shut down after the U.S. Navy’s SEAL Team 6 and the Army’s special forces evacuated American diplomatic staff. But […]
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Posted inAmy Calder, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, Op-Eds
Reporting Aside: Enter the browntail moth
The city of Waterville, with help from Colby College professor and city Councilor Thomas Klepach, is working hard to alleviate the impact of browntail moths, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Can’t we resolve ‘unintended consequences’ of Wabanaki sovereignty?
Restricted access to federal funds has stymied economic progress for the Wabanaki in Maine. We should all be working together to correct that.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Douglas Rooks: Jurors in CMP corridor case succeeded where many others failed
Going forward, we need to collectively make better decisions about creating a survivable future.
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Commentary: EPA’s electric vehicle plan would hurt working-class car buyers
The modern electric car is still predominantly a product for the wealthy.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: A thoughtful approach to personal finance starts young
Look out for real-life opportunities to teach young people about spending and saving. That type of financial lesson is more likely to stay with you.
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Commentary: Support child care staff – the workforce behind Maine’s workforce
State and federal investment in child care will be foundational to growing Maine’s economy.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Land-based aquaculture trade-off is too great
The pollution caused by fish farming should be rejected by everybody who has a stake in Maine’s waters.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Stop entangling the right whale – in red tape
For the species as a whole, there is still cause for hope — as long as our elected leaders stop sidelining science-based strategies.