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Political actions give permission to haters
The hatred and bigotry on display in Charlottesville and its aftermath are shocking to the system and, for most people, they create a straightforward choice between right and wrong. White supremacy,...
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A year worth celebrating at Katahdin Woods and Waters
Turning left down Penobscot Avenue in Millinocket on Friday, there were cars lining the street. Storefronts were open for business, and there were people strolling around. Not so long ago, it would...
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Health care revolution within reach (minus the revolution part)
Maine is so close. Despite the best efforts of Gov. Paul LePage, his Department of Health and Human Services and his acolytes in the Maine House of Representatives, a major achievement is within reach....
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When Trump connects to the sins of the past, we should listen
We are killing young black men. We are killing them on the streets, and we’re killing them with games. When they tell us there’s systematic and persistent racism, that they’re afraid for their sons, we...
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Internal memo shows Collins in commanding position in GOP primary for governor
An internal memo for Sen. Susan Collins, that I obtained and confirmed as authentic, shows that Maine’s senior senator remains overwhelmingly popular and holds a commanding lead in any potential...
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Only one remedy for LePage’s threats to sheriffs — impeachment
Gov. Paul LePage – much like his counterpart in the White House – consistently violates the norms of governance. His disregard for the law and for civil, appropriate behavior are dangerous. The...
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Collins shows the power of her brand of politics
Sen. Susan Collins taught a master class last week in how to dominate and control a narrative. With a decision that seems obvious in hindsight – but had much of the country and the entire state...
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Maine voters call the bet on casino gamble
Question 1 – the casino question – is all about the Benjamins. Never mind the attacks and the dodgy language and the financial shenanigans that have prompted two investigations into the dealings of...
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GOP tax scheme fails the straight face test
The greatest trick that Republicans ever pulled was convincing people that they might pay the estate tax. It’s a lie. Point blank and simple. Very few people pay the estate tax, and the folks who do...
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Lame ducks quack loudest after defeat
I know why the lame duck quacks. The sun is setting on Gov. Paul LePage. He is in the twilight of his administration and he’s making plenty of noise to mark the beginning of that end. When he was...
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