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The debt ceiling fight amounted to little more than political theater, Gordon Weil writes.
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Debt ceiling fight reveals government failure

Avatar photo by Gordon Weil, Opinion contributor 22 hours agoJune 2, 2023

“I hope you enjoyed the political theater. Because that’s what all the anguish over the debt ceiling amounted to.”

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Lawmakers should invest in the needs of Maine families

Avatar photo by Opinion Contributor June 2, 2023June 2, 2023
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There’s a reason the LGBTQ backlash is so strong this year

Avatar photo by Tribune Content Agency June 2, 2023June 2, 2023
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Democrats’ budget game caused referendum mess

Avatar photo by Michael Cianchette, Opinion columnist June 2, 2023June 2, 2023
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Recycling is still the right decision for Maine municipalities

Avatar photo by Opinion Contributor June 1, 2023June 1, 2023
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The world’s most worthless currency? US immigration affidavits

Avatar photo by Tribune Content Agency June 1, 2023June 1, 2023
"Work requirements don’t lead people into jobs. They cause people struggling with poverty to lose critical benefits."
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Work requirements are harmful and won’t solve labor shortages

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Debt ceiling debate was mostly pointless

by Matthew Gagnon, Opinion columnist May 31, 2023May 31, 2023
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Maine should consider New Hampshire’s innovative paid family medical leave option

Avatar photo by Opinion Contributor May 31, 2023May 31, 2023
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We have to change course on the sorry state of civic education

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We need real conversations about substance use, not more fear mongering

Avatar photo by Opinion Contributor May 30, 2023May 30, 2023
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Producers and regulators must finalize PFAS registry

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‘That’s ma’am’ to you

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2024 is not a 2016 rerun. Trump is a one-trick pony.

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Who is the least bad option to lead Russia after Vladimir Putin?

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Maine legislators are poised to roll back critical campaign funding reform

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Remembering yesterday’s heroes through the Pledge of Allegiance

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Joe Biden’s new border rule adds more barriers for refugees

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Trails bond will increase opportunity and improve well-being for Maine youth

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On Memorial Day, we must come together to appreciate the freedoms won by American heroes

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