While this policy may not prevent every gun death, it’s our responsibility to add to our limited set of tools in preventing violence.
Scott Paida
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Absentee ballots allow Maine’s workers to stay present in democracy | Opinion
People’s schedules and workloads should not determine whether their voice counts.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Trump’s attacks on free speech trickle all the way down | Opinion
It doesn’t need to be made law to scare us into silence.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Christian privilege is taking root under Trump | Opinion
More and more, religion is a political tool to serve the goals of one person and one worldview.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Afterschool programs enrich Maine’s kids | Opinion
Parents have peace of mind. Children have new settings in which to learn and develop in valuable new ways. Who wouldn’t invest in that?
Posted inLetters to the Editor
No Kings protest energy could be put to better use | Letter
Every week, it seems another protest or rally pops up — people shouting, holding signs and venting their outrage into the wind. No matter what side you are on, there is always an underlying feeling of anger. The latest is the No Kings protest. Hundreds will show up, chanting, posting selfies and going home feeling like […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Homes must be the top priority for Maine’s next legislative session | Opinion
Our legislators need to do everything in their power to keep the momentum going.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine deserves leaders who will battle political corruption — like me | Opinion
Our elected representatives should put the state ahead of partisan loyalties and special interests. That’s why I’m running.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
All on the same page at No Kings in Rockland | Letter
I joined more than 1,000 people at the No Kings rally in Rockland with a sign saying “We’re Here Because We Love Our Country.” I began to ask people to sign on to the sentiment. Soon they were lining up, enthusiastic to be asked. Everyone I approached signed. I collected 262 signatures, as many as […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
One four-letter word needs to dominate US Senate race in Maine | Opinion
The word is ‘jobs.’ Well-paid jobs that both draw people here and keep people here.