College administrators could end anti-free speech disruptions, but since they won’t, we need to teach students to stand up against bullies.
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Maine Voices: Out of grade-school activism, lessons in changing the world
Young people bring a lot to the table, but that doesn’t excuse adult inaction, says the group of friends who – as kids – initiated Freeport’s 1990 polystyrene ban.
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Maine Voices: Teachers of color will help new Mainers achieve
Immigrant students need mentors and role models and adults need alternative pathways to credentialing.
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Maine Voices: Baseless narratives about Jewish secrecy, power gaining ground – even here
A synagogue gunman’s anti-Semitic statements represent an ideology that’s being articulated with increasing volume.
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Maine Voices: Recognizing the stakes, young people leading the fight for climate justice
Those who have caused or enabled catastrophic carbon emissions won’t live to endure the crisis.
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Maine Voices: Open-primary bill will make election system more inclusive
Allowing independent voters to cast primary ballots will continue our state’s proud tradition of reform.
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Maine Voices: Denial of coverage places further burden on those seeking abortion care
Neither money nor geography should stand in the way of equal access to reproductive health services.
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Maine Voices: CMP plan will allow us to cut emissions while maintaining robust economy
Expanding the use of electricity derived from ‘green’ sources will help achieve decarbonization.
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Maine Voices: State should put projects on hold, plan for clean-energy future
The potential impact of NECEC and similar proposals on Maine’s iconic landscape must be considered before any action is taken.
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Maine Voices: Students don’t get commencement guidance when they really need it
Advice to those starting college: Reach out to faculty, lean on your advisers, talk to career-services staff and be flexible.