Until we recognize our own fears about growing older, we can’t keep ageism from clouding our judgment.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Bill Nemitz: Pondering patience in a time of pandemic
While some get vaccinated, the rest of us decide how best to wait.
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Commentary: Virtual learning is unnecessary — and no substitute for classroom instruction
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Commentary: It is the perfect time for putting Maine on the move
It’s time to explore how state and federal government and private investors can join forces to fund commuter rail between Lewiston-Auburn and Portland.
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Maine Voices: In defense of expertise, on vaccines and other complex matters
Legitimate experts have relevant credentials, a willingness to admit what they don’t know and a limited focus on a few areas.
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Douglas Rooks: Maine’s own version of the Senate filibuster
The U.S. Senate may soon rid itself of its own undemocratic structures – and so should the state Legislature.
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Commentary: Biden climate regulation is about to get tougher
By preparing to raise a key metric called the ‘social cost of carbon,’ the president signals that more stringent emissions rules are just around the corner.
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Maine Voices: To truly heal the nation, focus on child care
Access to quality, affordable care supports kids’ and families’ well-being – and it’s too big for businesses, philanthropy or even the state to handle alone.
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George Smith: Legislators set to take a look outdoors
ATV registrations, antlerless deer just two of the issues the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Committee will contend with this year.
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Commentary: Biden could curb right-wing extremism by ending the U.S. ‘forever war’
America’s endless wars have helped fuel a new generation of alienated veterans – some of whom join extremist movements. Biden must curb U.S. militarism.