Maine’s rural areas have more to gain by helping small, young businesses get over the size and age barriers to continued growth than by hoping for renegotiated trade deals.
Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Caron: The era of free trade is over
It hasn’t worked out well for the average American worker.
Roberts: Christmastime reflections
This time of year puts the columnist in a nostalgic mood.
Column: Two-generation approach is critical to reducing child poverty
A combination of parent- and child-focused services can greatly boost a whole family’s chance of success.
Column: Waterville needs tougher ethics rules
The perceived conflicts of interest exposed during the budget process lead to distrust in government.
Column: State office building plan raises questions
The Legislature should be asking why a developer, and not the state itself, would own the building.
Column: Waterville councilor’s words insult family
Brown House Properties has been a good member of the local community, owner says.
Waddell: St. Mark’s and religious freedom
Augusta must work to protect the rights of all residents.
Column: Trump deserves chance at success
From the good news since his election, it seems America is getting behind a Trump presidency.