Higher education prides itself on two overarching values: supporting the marketplace of ideas and academic freedom. But there has been an increasing and unremitting effort to eliminate conservatives and conservative thought in the humanities and social sciences in the American academy. Channeling the late civil rights advocate President John F. Kennedy, who said, “Are we […]
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Maine Compass: A Connecticut Yankee in King Donald’s court
As the Trump drama plays out, we need Mark Twain’s sharp analysis now, more than ever.
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Commentary: Get over vaccination hesitation and get your flu shot
Signs indicate a robust season ahead, but there’s also good news: Needle haters may opt for a nasal spray, and President Trump is encouraging research on a universal vaccine.
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George Smith: Lobbyists are not all-powerful
They may spend a lot in Augusta, but they don’t always get their way – and they are often helpful.
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Rep. Carney: Lack of affordable health care for Maine kids is a problem we can fix
Expanding Children’s Health Insurance Program eligibility will make kids healthier and ease the financial burden on their families.
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Maine Compass: Invest in students to secure future workforce
I am a proud, lifelong Mainer. I was born in Maine, attended undergraduate and business school in Maine, have built a career in Maine, and will eventually retire in this great state. As both the CEO of one of Maine’s largest companies and as a resident, I worry about the future of Maine’s workforce and […]
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Maine Compass: Establish the Maine Pain Institute, a state solution to the opioid epidemic
As a neurologist, I frequently get referrals from primary care physicians to consult and assist with the pain management of patients. Pain disorders are common in the field of neurology, mainly in the domain of headaches and neuralgias (nerve pain). While neurologists are trained to localize and diagnose potential neurological conditions causing pain (and at […]
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Another View: Fishermen, like farmers, deserve support
Fishermen also face economic stress, but only see a fraction of the subsidy.
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Commentary: Jamal Khashoggi’s death was part of alarming trend
To raise awareness about the media’s vital yet risky work, Colby College is dedicating its annual award for courage in journalism to 66 journalists who died on assignment.
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Jim Fossel: Maine politics responds to pull-out in Syria
2nd District Contender Eric Brakey is standing alone in support of a surprise presidential decision.