Our Viewpoint: Maine’s term limits law has expired
The usual atmosphere of optimism surrounds the opening of the new legislative session in Augusta. Democrats control all branches of government, and Janet Mills...
The Universal Notebook: Parents destroying schools
What business is it of a Virginia-based conservative group whether people of color who teach in Portland schools have a chance to meet once...
Universal Notebook: Ignorance of the Indigenous is no excuse
When I was growing up we called the native and natural people of Maine “Indians” because Christopher Columbus didn’t know where he was back...
Unpacking the Sausage: Tell bigger lies
You won’t find a better reason to overcome your impostor syndrome than Congressman George Santos.
I realize I’m starting to get really into character studies...
Politics & Other Mistakes: DHHS never learns
When it comes to keeping kids safe, the Maine Department of Health and Human Services is the equivalent of an unlocked shed full of...
Politics & Other Mistakes: Lights! Camera! Money!
Tax break.
That seems like something good. Much nicer than calling it a “fiscal fracture,” which more accurately describes the effect of cutting expenses for...
The Universal Notebook: My hero, Joseph Mitchell
Most readers have favorite authors and most writers have heroes, writers who have informed and inspired their own efforts, however meager.
Some of my literary...
Unpacking the Sausage: Play on, player
How do you know if you’re winning?
For what I can only describe as “art reasons I do not yet fully understand,” I’ve started following...
The Universal Notebook: Are Republicans coming to their senses?
Do you suppose Republicans are starting to get the message that America is sick and tired of their meanness? I’m not sure they are.
Paul...
Politics & Other Mistakes: No charge
Maybe you thought solar power works like this: You put a panel or two on your roof to capture the sun’s energy, run an...