‘Little Drummer Boy’ is the worst Christmas song ever.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Students weigh in on which historical Maine figures are the most statuesque
Top vote-getters, in order, were Margaret Chase Smith and Joshua Chamberlain.
Communication between factions can ease distrust, fear
In his finest debate hour, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham issued a passionate apology to Muslims for Donald Trump.
Building a bottom-up economy in Maine
Small businesses, created by dreamers, have a key role in the foundation of our economy for the future.
Poll shows voters support GOP core policies, but not with hard-right swing
Most support welfare reform, accepting federal money to expand Medicare.
I’ve decided that co-dependency may not be so bad after all
I’ll be glad when Sheri gets home because Wolfie misses her a lot.
Christmas wishes for Washington
Among other things, a shopping visit to a mall that does not make you loathe the human race.
Political junkie ponders book
I’ve led an exciting life, both in work and in politics, and maybe some of what I’ve learned will be of benefit to others.
Waterville has much to be grateful for
New investments and improvements in the heart of the city and new high-tech jobs among our blessings
Control cost of prescription drugs before the health care system collapses
Why can drug companies charge whatever price they want? Because no one will stop them, despite the risk.