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Maine Voices: Gov. LePage’s budget is a boon for wealthy, burden for working class
His ‘upside-down’ priorities would increase taxes for 80 percent of Maine families.
George Smith: Pythons on the loose, and other suggested bills
Love for the legislative process leads to a series of proposals for the 128th Legislature.
Greg Kesich: Reign of Gov. LePage offers preview, and lessons, for life under Trump
Their approaches are quite similar, and despite fierce opposition, no one has been able to derail them.
Maine Voices: Here is why Donald Trump will be a 2-term president
It’s time for ‘Never Trump’ voters to start taking him seriously, because his core base is going nowhere.
Tom Saviello: Maine Warden Service could use a few good women
Love the outdoors? There’s a place for you in public service.
Maine Compass: Why defunding Planned Parenthood makes no sense for Maine
For every dollar spent on family planning programs, the government saves about $7 in future costs.
Charles Krauthammer: Trump address abdicates America’s role as global leader
A free world marked by open trade and mutual defense was our vision since Truman. Until now.
Alan Caron: Trump’s alt-reality world
We are writing the next chapter in American history, and it’s no time for spectators.
Don Roberts: Sore losers are trying to delegitimize President Trump
Without even giving the new president a chance, cynical forces are conspiring against him.