Bailouts and stimulus packages may create a positive short-run gyration in the markets, but they won’t solve the problem because they do not address the problem.
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I applaud the Bangor Daily News for drawing attention to a difficult and growing problem in rural Maine: senior transportation. I must, however, take exception to some of the impressions left by the …
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At a time when many are resolving to make 2009 the year they finally get in shape, I’m suggesting that nonprofit board members consider a similar resolution. Rather than physical shape, however, I think they need to assess their leadership fitness.
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Rape Crisis Assistance and Prevention, a Waterville-based nonprofit agency that provided services to victims of sexual violence in northern Kennebec and Somerset counties for 25 years, closed its …
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Being smart in philanthropy is much the same as being smart in business. As our economy continues to sour, it is more important than ever to help Maine people focus on how to best help each other.
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If I were a terrorist, I would have some New Year’s resolutions. I would be heartened that my recent efforts in places such as Mumbai were a propaganda success but discouraged that the U.S. has relegated me to hiding in my cave, looking constantly over my shoulder and wondering how my financial influence has dwindled.
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Health care, says the man most concerned with that 17 percent of America’s economy, can be “a nation-ruining issue.” As Michael Leavitt ends four years as secretary of health and human …
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The Dec. 18 OpEd by Stephanie Clement, “New firearms rule will make national parks less safe,” misses on several important points.
The argument that allowing concealed carrying of firearms for …
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A penalty is a punishment imposed upon an individual or organization for not following a rule or law. Drive too fast — pay a fine. Grab a facemask — 15 yards.
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I was driving my daughter to school recently when she noticed a man standing on a street corner in Bangor. He was wearing several layers of clothing, some of which appeared tattered and old. He …
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Those of us at Maine Public Broadcasting Network appreciate the BDN’s supportive editorial in Tuesday's edition. There are a few additional points we would like to make.
First, shutting off …
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What makes politicians tick? Do their votes on legislation usually support their own constituents' interests? Do they vote to favor special interest groups that make large contributions to their campaign war chests? Or do they vote according to their personal beliefs or ideologies? Or, finally, is the answer all of the above?
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The holiday season is a time of festivities, giving and reflection. One of the most valuable gifts you can give your child and your community can’t be purchased and costs nothing. The ultimate gift is a contribution to a culture change around the use of alcohol.
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Jamie Comstock and Emer Schiefen
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12/23/08
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Gov. John Baldacci says he will propose to the Legislature a “significant” research and development bond package and a transportation bond, but won’t define significant. Please.
Spouting …
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Sens. Collins and Snowe both understand the devastating effect this legislation would have on our economic recovery and to the rights of workers across the state.
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On Dec. 5, the Department of the Interior released its final rule allowing citizens with proper permits to carry loaded, concealed firearms into national parks, including Acadia. This is policy …
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In the article “Budget Cuts Imperil Assisted Living Homes” (BDN, Dec. 9), Meg Haskell wrote about the serious issues facing elderly persons needing residential care in Maine.
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For eight years the Bush administration consistently has demonstrated disdain for our natural heritage. Now comes the latest outrage.
The administration just finished new rules that endanger our …
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