Were Americans as outraged about uncoordinated Capitol security and the contrast with the aggressive presence at gatherings after George Floyd’s murder?
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Maine Voices: Feeling the wounds of Jan. 6 – embodiment as an anti-racist practice
Paying attention to physical responses to the Capitol attack can help white people see how Black, brown and queer bodies have been barred and assaulted.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump to leave Washington on morning of Biden’s inauguration
Refusing to abide by tradition and participate in the ceremonial transfer of power, the president will instead hold his own departure ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.
Posted inNation & World
Rare sedition charge gains interest after Capitol attack
Applications of the law making it a crime to conspire to overthrow or forcefully destroy the government of the United States have been scant.
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Feds back away from claim of assassination plot at Capitol
The FBI has been investigating whether any of the rioters had plotted to kidnap members of Congress and hold them hostage.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Local & State, Op-Eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Long in the making, a moment of truth for Susan Collins
Beyond the latest impeachment, the Republican legacy of Maine’s senior senator hangs in the balance.
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Maine Voices: Possibility of National Guard role in State House security raises key issues
The Guard personnel who may be ordered to defend Maine’s Capitol against violence must be properly equipped, and given the authority they’ll require.
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Years of white supremacy threats culminated in Capitol riots
For many extremists, including those present at the Capitol insurrection, President Trump’s election loss has become a new ‘Lost Cause’ of sorts, say experts.
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Commentary: The Republican paralysis
Here’s why the GOP can’t protect the country right now.
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Fury from within shakes the Capitol over the attack, security, virus
The rage is being stoked even hotter by the passions aroused by Democrats’ fresh drive to impeach President Trump.