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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Greg Kesich: Now we know – Maine’s Medicaid savings came at a terrible price
The money could have made drug treatment available for thousands, but instead we have a deadly, damaging crisis on our hands.
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George Smith: This is bound to be my most-shared column ever
News travels quickly, but that’s not always good.
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State Sen. Brakey: Ignoring Constitution on gun access would open door to loss of other rights
The next generation of Americans, our future leaders, should fully understand the fundamental document that protects our liberty.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Medicaid can do so much for Mainers, why does the governor resist expansion?
It would support families, save lives, improve health, create jobs – and to cap it all off, it’s a huge bargain.
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Maine Compass: Bill would put thousands of Maine’s special needs children at risk
It seeks to dissolve Child Development Services, which is best able to serve kids as young as age 3.
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Maine Compass: Climate change, not power lines, the real problem
Opponents of a new transmission line from Canada are missing the big picture.
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Rep. Patrick Corey: Securing Maine schools should be top priority
My bill would provide funding for schools to make appropriate security upgrades.
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Maine Voices: Maine’s fight against childhood obesity gaining ground
Childhood obesity is on the rise nationally, but our state shows signs of success.
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Jim Fossel: Primaries start now
The July ballots are set, and the outcomes of the legislative session will have a lot to do with who wins.