We need to embrace sensible legal reform to help fix this problem.
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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Criminalizing homelessness in Maine will result in mass institutionalization | Opinion
While many can agree that the unhoused crisis in our state needs addressing, President Trump’s proposal is not realistic.
Could Susan Collins 2026 go the way of Margaret Chase Smith 1972? | Steve Collins
The challenge that ended the Maine senator’s career half a century ago is worth another look.
Let’s get specific about defending Maine’s outdoors | Opinion
Urge legislators to reject cuts to the Land and Water Conservation Fund, one of the most successful conservation programs in U.S. history.
Is Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship constitutional? | Opinion
The simple answer is no. It’s a position that has been backed up by several federal district courts.
Delving beyond news headlines, sounding out Maine | Opinion
Curating a series of stories about our state opened my eyes — and heart — to people and places I might not otherwise have encountered.
Waterville stone artist hones his craft | Column
Adam Norton creates and sells stone art from his front lawn in Waterville’s South End, Amy Calder writes.
From the dreams of Dr. King to the nightmare that is Donald Trump | Opinion
As the anniversary of King’s immortal speech on the National Mall approaches, it’s on us to pursue his vision for America.
Live Nation could be a death knell for Portland | Opinion
I hope our city won’t become a victim of ‘success.’
VA health is the latest front in Trump’s DEI war | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
Removal of the guidelines prohibiting discrimination by medical providers against patients, and vice versa, is yet another red flag.