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Maine Compass: University of Maine System’s leadership has lost its checks and balances

by James Cook Special to Central Maine Newspapers May 25, 2022May 25, 2022

They should consider faculty and staff allies in the effort to serve the people of Maine.

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Community Compass: June 14 broadband vote is about preparing Readfield for the future

by Bruce Bourgoine Special to Central Maine Newspapers May 25, 2022May 25, 2022

With a lot of misinformation going around about the referendum, the author says, voters need to study the issue carefully and consider its very long-term benefits.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Lewiston Rep. Cloutier: State budget invests in programs, services hardworking Mainers deserve

by Kristen Cloutier Special to the Press Herald May 25, 2022May 25, 2022

This spending plan brings Mainers financial relief and invests in education and retirement so our youngest and oldest residents can thrive.

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Portland Councilor Fournier: Gov. Mills needs to step up on behalf of Democratic values

by April Fournier Special to the Press Herald May 24, 2022May 24, 2022

Instead, she has stalled tribal sovereignty; largely ignored the plight of asylum seekers, and failed to stand up for LGBTQ+ young people.

Maine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Sen. Collins should take action to keep Maine families safe

by David Sandmel Special to the Press Herald May 24, 2022May 24, 2022

The Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act marks a significant step in securing our communities and creates important oversight mechanisms.

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Commentary: Fight hate with speech, not with censorship

May 23, 2022May 20, 2022

Chicago Tribune (TNS)

Maine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Norman Mineta brought American dreams to life

by Chet Lunner Special to the Press Herald May 23, 2022May 23, 2022

Like his congressional colleague John Lewis, the late transportation secretary overcame bigotry to serve his country.

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Hilary Koch: What should Democrats take away from ‘Dirt Road Revival’?

by Hilary Koch Special to Central Maine Newspapers May 22, 2022

There’s a saying about Democrats needing to fall in love, while Republicans just fall in line. Nothing illustrates the messiness of Democrats more than the hullabaloo surrounding the publication of, “Dirt Road Revival: How to Rebuild Rural Politics and Why Our Future Depends on It,” by Chloe Maxmin and Canyon Woodward. Maxmin, a former state […]