Our beautiful country is in turmoil. We are at a turning point. There is so much more that unites us than divides us. But we must remember. I remember saying the Pledge of Allegiance in school. I remember my mother teaching me the words in preparation for kindergarten in Sangerville, Maine. “One nation, under God, […]

Sen. Susan Collins’ weak opposition to the destructive dismantling of American democracy requires one of two responses. The senator must either switch parties and vote with the Democrats, who, despite their imperfections, are united in opposing President Trump and his sycophants’ totalitarian impulses; or, continue ineffectively to voice her supposed outrage as a moderate Republican […]

Who authorized the unlawful use of a military escort and a flag-draped coffin for Charlie Kirk, who never served in the military or held a federal position? This is a disservice to all of the men and women who lost their lives in the service of their country. Joel Chapman Portland

As residents in an assisted living facility, we are very concerned about Question 1, the so-called voter ID referendum. Voters are being asked to make voting harder, if not impossible, for seniors and people with disabilities to cast their ballots. This a clear case of voter suppression aimed at elderly anddisabled voters. President Trump has […]

After reading the recent discussion about people being “from away,” I had to respond. I fell in love with the Damariscotta River as a child when I summered at family members’ homes. At 12 years old I made a vow to the river — that I’d return to live there one day. My Aunt Betty […]

I write in support of Referendum Question 2 on this November’s ballot, which asks Mainers to establish an Extreme Risk Protection Order, or “red flag” law. When family members perceive a loved one with a firearm as a threat to themselves or others, we must take that concern as valid and enable them to work […]

Recently, I spiraled into a severe depression. I sought help at the PARC Unit, a psychiatric facility at Pen Bay Medical Center. Upon admission, I was placed in a windowless room with a bed and TV. A security guard sat outside the room. I felt like I was in jail. The unit offered little in […]

Two quotes from the report on Gov. Janet Mills speaking to the Rotary Club in Waterville last week: “She’s in a tough position,” Mills said of (Susan) Collins. “I appreciate everything she is doing.” And: “I hear people all over the state saying the price of coffee is going up.” Is it bold statements like […]