Regaining the support of the working class needs to be a top priority.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Maine Democrats’ ‘babysitter bill’ needs some tending to | Jim Fossel
The proposal to allow state candidates to use Clean Election funding on care of dependents needs to be sharpened up.
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Dr. Merideth Norris is a hero, not a criminal | Opinion
Instead of public humiliation, Norris should have been applauded for her dedication to helping patients rejected by her peers.
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I’m all aboard the Ms. Rachel train | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
The Maine children’s entertainer should cheered for advocating for Gaza’s youngest victims, not criticized.
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I’m a cisgender female athlete. Don’t tell me transphobia protects me. | Opinion
I believe in a culture of acceptance and inclusion, not one that limits who can join me at the start line.
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Pope Francis’ words on climate change should guide Maine forward | Opinion
We stand to suffer greatly under a Trump budget that includes harsh measures on energy and climate.
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Mainers should be aware of 988, a vital mental health resource | Opinion
A new website launched by the Maine Crisis Line helps connect people in crisis directly with support services.
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Be on the right side of history when it comes to Gaza | Opinion
Israel’s ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people is a test of our humanity. Don’t look away.
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Closure of St. Dom’s in Auburn was a preventable death | Opinion
A failure of diocesan leadership has led to a great loss for central Maine.
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We need to step up to the challenge of helping Augusta’s unhoused | Opinion
Let’s help them create a life of hope and progress. It’s a challenge of the heart more than the pocketbook.