Original ‘Watchman’ version of Southern lawyer rewritten from racist to man determined to do what was right.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
‘Amen’ to call for end to Dechaine saga
Former district court judge agrees with commentary by Press Herald editor.
Candidates with most money shouldn’t always win Maine elections
Clean Elections program levels the playing field for regular folks who want to seek office.
Our politicians seem determined to focus on issues that most deeply divide us
When Republicans pick battles they cannot win, they help president make argument that Congress is broken.
Sheri and Jim still sitting in a tree — after 23 years
When listing my wife’s attributes, it sounds as if I’m describing Lassie, but all those are reasons I still like her.
Legislature made progress on welfare reform
Lawmakers deserve credit for putting their politics aside and setting a course to help people.
Concealed carry law increases our danger, says father of murdered woman
Repealing the permit requirement means that untrained and dangerous people really will be carrying guns on our streets — but we won’t know who.
National park, or monument, a misguided attempt to provide a legacy for Quimby
Columnist erred in recommending Quimby pursue nation monument designation.
Republicans dismayed the people they elect don’t have stomach for fight
At least Trump is a fighter, although he is egotistical and erratic.
A rare chance to vote for democracy
On Nov. 3, Mainers have the chance to undo damage Supreme Court has inflicted on public financing for candidates.