The violent invasion of the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters should make it clear that words have consequences.
Editorials
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Our View: In 2021, Maine should work toward universal internet access
A new statewide initiative is collecting information on where access is the worst. We should act on it as soon as possible.
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Our View: King’s call for economic justice unfulfilled
Racial disparities in income and wealth are as restrictive today as segregation was in the past.
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View from Away: An unavoidable impeachment requires prompt resolution
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Our View: It is the Senate’s duty to convict and expel President Trump
Republicans must finally do what they haven’t done in four years – hold the president accountable for his dangerous actions.
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Our View: Supreme Court hints it favors state abortion limits
But Maine lawmakers should not enter into futile debates on this emotional issue.
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Our View: Vaccination programs should be flexible
Equity is important, but requirements designed to promote fairness should be reconsidered.
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Our View: Collins should challenge Trump’s lies
Mainers who voted for Donald Trump need to hear unequivocally from the whole congressional delegation that the 2020 election was aboveboard.
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Our View: There are lessons to be learned from mild flu season
A “twin-demic” never materialized, and figuring out why could save lives in the future.
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Our View: Small-business growth is the recession’s cure
The job loss in 2020 was worse than any recession in the last 50 years and will take extraordinary action to bring jobs back.