Using the full power of the U.S. government to add to the misery of people without power is cruel and pointless.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: How to measure, remedy air pollution from tanks is major challenge for South Portland
The best approaches take into account a vulnerable population and use effective vapor recovery technology.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Deficit would be zero if not for tax cuts
Maine Sen. Angus King rightly punctures the persistent claim that tax cuts pay for themselves.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
U.S. Attorney Frank: Law enforcement had key role in decline in Maine overdose deaths
Though recent coverage didn’t mention it, a surge in federal prosecutions has been a deterrent to users and dealers.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Opinion
The View From Here: Gun owners have too much power
As the bodies pile up from mass shootings, it’s time to ask why older, white, rural men should hold so much sway over public policy.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Not just sticks and stones – words hurt, too
Using the language of war to describe immigration spreads unjustified fear and puts lives at risk.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Political legacies are hard to claim
Some Democratic presidential candidates are distancing themselves from Barack Obama, who is still the party’s most popular figure.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Democratic congressman shames his own constituents, and himself
Defenders of Joaquin Castro’s tweet don’t understand the line between criticism and harassment.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Let’s all push for an end to the hate-spewing that fuels gun violence
Voters, politicians and religious leaders should all recognize and respond when political rhetoric goes too far.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
USM president: In order to grow, university must address issues of equity, justice
Disciplinary actions, hiring policies and resource allocation should reflect answers to questions about access, safety, opportunity, visibility and power.