The president may face a prospect that could prove almost as difficult for him as losing: winning.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Commentary: The stakes couldn’t be higher for local news
Journalism is more vibrant in Maine than in many other states. Let’s keep it that way.
Jim Fossel: Limits on recall of officials stifle democracy
Imposing further restrictions on local recalls would undermine at least two cherished Maine traditions.
The Maine Millennial: We do not need to shoot to protect ourselves
America has given itself an anxiety disorder. Guns should not be in the mix.
Commentary: On many fronts, Maine Democrats are fighting for equity
The pandemic laid bare inequities that for too long have gone unchecked. We’re working hard to repair them.
Commentary: The US should help civilians escaping Sudan’s violence — before it gets worse
Sudan has descended into chaos as rival military leaders fight for power in the East African nation. Since the violence broke out April 15 in Khartoum, the capital, hundreds have been killed. The U.S. Embassy was shut down after the U.S. Navy’s SEAL Team 6 and the Army’s special forces evacuated American diplomatic staff. But […]
Reporting Aside: Enter the browntail moth
The city of Waterville, with help from Colby College professor and city Councilor Thomas Klepach, is working hard to alleviate the impact of browntail moths, Amy Calder writes.
Commentary: Can’t we resolve ‘unintended consequences’ of Wabanaki sovereignty?
Restricted access to federal funds has stymied economic progress for the Wabanaki in Maine. We should all be working together to correct that.
Douglas Rooks: Jurors in CMP corridor case succeeded where many others failed
Going forward, we need to collectively make better decisions about creating a survivable future.
Commentary: EPA’s electric vehicle plan would hurt working-class car buyers
The modern electric car is still predominantly a product for the wealthy.