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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Celebrate July 4 by encouraging youth civic engagement
Gen Z is the most diverse and most tolerant generation in America’s history. There’s a lot to be gained from working together.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: What makes me a patriot and not a nationalist
True patriotism acknowledges mistakes in an effort to improve, so that one’s country can be the best it can be.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine Legislature should override Mills’ veto of tribal sovereignty bill
A deal is just that, a deal – until another deal can be made.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: What does it mean to support the troops?
We don’t seem to know the answer, which is why I find the patriotic holidays intensely frustrating.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: State budget proposal would do a lot of good for Maine families
The full Legislature should support the bipartisan spending plan passed last week by the Appropriations Committee.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Gov. Mills’ influence is shrinking
It looks to me like progressives have started working around Maine’s governor rather than working to gain her support.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Bipartisan reform advances Maine solar while protecting Maine ratepayers
The proposal we support will not end net energy billing. Nor will it destroy solar expansion in Maine.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: ISO New England helping to lay foundation for clean, reliable future power system
Over the past three years, we have worked collaboratively to determine how the region can build upon past success as the states look to meet their aggressive climate goals.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s history of fighting hunger is inspiring
By donating food to Europe after World War II, Maine made a momentous contribution to peace. Today’s Mainers should follow this powerful example of generosity.