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Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
The Maine Millennial: Buying a house is not a solo project
It took good advice and supportive family to help a rugged individualist strike out on her own.
Ramesh Ponnuru: The Republicans’ three-pronged strategy to win back the House
Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
Commentary: Why everyone should celebrate Juneteenth
Freedom and equality are values that Americans associate closely with our national identity.
Maine Compass: Our state is not doing enough to keep guns out of violent hands
We Mainers and our legislators have blood on our hands for failing to institute common-sense gun safety regulations adopted in other states.
Douglas Rooks: Rep. Golden gets it wrong on guns
Golden contends that, because 18-year-olds can serve in the military, their off-duty gun purchases should remain unrestricted.
Maine Voices: Tribal sovereignty is at the core of many issues
Activists concerned about climate change and abortion rights should join in the fight for state recognition of Wabanaki rights.
Maine Voices: Lawmakers should ban assault-style weapons
The common factor in all mass shootings is not mental illness but access to guns, a child psychiatrist writes.
Maine Voices: Support for Ukrainian refugees should set the standard for all
The federal government should extend its welcome to others fleeing war and oppression, including the 1,800 African asylum seekers who came to Maine over the last year.
Jim Fossel: After Tuesday, party unity will be the key to success
Reconciling factions within the parties is always a challenge after the primaries are decided.