Maine has faced large-scale worker dislocations before. In the absence of effective federal regulation, we must invest and collaborate as we face the biggest yet.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Maine’s finest conservation efforts are rooted in community | Nature Connects
A network of more than 80 land trusts across the state is redefining conservation as a tool for stronger, more resilient communities.
The Hungarian election should keep autocrats up at night | Opinion
Stronger-than-expected democratic institutions, enduring economic concerns, public outrage and an indignant young population — these are the factors that carried the day.
The atrocities in Gaza continue to be minimized | Opinion
Getting arrested seems to be the only way to get the media to pay any attention.
War liberalism is alive and well at NPR | Opinion
The organization appears to be interested in listening to Iranian voices — to a point.
California chaos should serve as a warning for Maine Democrats | Jim Fossel
It’s clear the party needs to seek out new talent and deepen the bench.
Battling against the pope? MAGA doesn’t have a prayer. | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
The Vatican has seen empires rise and fall and remained steady. Good luck, all.
This moderate Republican is supporting an unabashed progressive for governor | Opinion
Shenna Bellows won me over with her work ethic, her sense of duty to Maine people and her civic responsibility.
I’m realizing Platner could be Maine’s next senator | Steve Collins
If Republicans take a shellacking in November’s midterms as predicted, Graham Platner is positioned to reap the benefits.
Maine’s welcoming of immigrant families is a beacon for the country | Opinion
My story of immersion and contribution is just one among many. These stories need to become more prevalent.