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Maine Voices: Back-to-school jitters are nothing for teachers to be ashamed of

by Emily Denbow Morrison Special to the Telegram September 1, 2019August 30, 2019

We’re the brave souls who make it our mission to help children reach their full potential – and that’s a big responsibility.

Meetinghouse, Op-Eds, Opinion

Jody Rich, Waterville: Don’t be afraid to try

September 1, 2019September 4, 2019

“Go! Try it! You can always come home.” I can’t count how many times my mother said that to me. For years, she wanted me to become an airline attendant or the next Julie on “The Love Boat.” She wanted me footloose – meeting people, eating great food and staying excited and interested. When I […]

Greg Kesich, Op-Eds, Opinion

Greg Kesich: Potholes in the information highway

by Greg Kesich September 1, 2019August 30, 2019

Republicans make their mark on the 2019 legislative session, and kick off the 2020 election season.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Commentary: Taxing the rich won’t pay for Democratic promises

by David Winston August 31, 2019September 3, 2019

There is a lot to unpack when it comes to the Democratic presidential candidates’ many proposals to transform America, but the real question isn’t whether they will work. They won’t. It’s about how these Democrats expect to grow the economy to pay for their plans because simply “taxing the rich” won’t cut it. A brief […]

Op-Eds, Opinion

Tom Waddell: The source of morality

by Tom Waddell August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

How the conservatives usurped Christianity.

Bill Nemitz, Op-Eds, Opinion

Bill Nemitz: Oh, to swim in Maine’s ocean once again … sharks and all

by Bill Nemitz August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

It’s no fun frolicking in the waves with the ‘Jaws’ theme playing in your head.

Maine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Washington shouldn’t leave needy, hungry students behind

by Luisa S. Deprez and Ryan LaRochelle Special to the Press Herald August 30, 2019August 30, 2019

Speak out against a proposal that will slash access to free school meals and affect children’s ability to learn.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Douglas Rooks: In politics, players can’t be spectators

by Douglas Rooks August 29, 2019August 29, 2019

In sporting endeavors, from gambling to baseball, there’s always a fundamental question: Do you want to play, or do you want to watch? Most of us are watchers; it’s the rare few who can not only play the game, but deal with the consequences of defeats and disappointments when things don’t go well. The analogy […]