Recalling George Mitchell’s imperative that “all democratic people know that it is the force of memory which keeps alive the force of freedom in the world,” Douglas Rooks ponders the implications of Russia’s war against Ukraine and the testing of the democratic alliances.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Maine Voices: Time is now for utility accountability, modernized energy grid
An amended version of L.D. 1959 sends a clear message to Maine’s power companies: Improve your performance, get fined or be replaced.
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Maine Voices: Lewiston’s proposed shelter moratorium is unacceptable
Lewiston’s mayor calls opposition to efforts to help unhoused people ‘a waste of time.’
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Commentary: Lessons from the Soviets on how to hold Russia accountable for war crimes
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The Maine Millennial: Putin’s anti-gay agenda digs in close to home
Right-wing Christians are pushing the same freedom-killing laws that took root in Russia a decade ago.
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The View From Here: Take it from me – don’t get COVID
But the Maine CDC’s Dr. Shah says that we can look forward to better days of living with a virus that has dominated our lives for two years.
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Jim Fossel: Immigrant outreach is a smart move for Maine Republicans
A new multicultural center in Portland could signal a better approach to issues relevant to newcomers to America.
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Maine Voices: Convergence of holy days should unite us all against anti-Muslim bigotry
As Easter, Passover and Ramadan overlap, the Shoulder-to-Shoulder Campaign can inspire us to work together on behalf of our Muslim neighbors.
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Rep. Raegen LaRochelle: Mainers need better access to energy assistance
The author’s bill, L.D. 2006, directs the Maine State Housing Authority to establish the HEAP Administrative Efficiency Fund and to shorten application waiting and approval times.