Donald Trump’s running roughshod over America’s legal system. His actions in court show disdain for our judicial system. Trump’s been indicted for actions committed before becoming president, while president and since leaving office. He’s was indicted by a grand jury composed of citizens, not politicians. He is charged with stealing America’s documents. Who, when leaving […]
Alex Lear
Staff Writer
Alex Lear is a lifelong Mainer who has spent 25 years in journalism -- the first 20 as a reporter for newspapers in Damariscotta and Falmouth, then as Opinions section editor for the Sun Journal and now a digital producer with the Maine Trust for Local News. His long-running “Learics” column won first place in the Maine Press Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. He and his wife Lauren are kept young by their 9-year-old daughter Alaina. Send feedback and suggestions to Alex.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Alice Haines: Sheats offers responsible, responsive voice to Senate District 20
Bettyann Sheats, who has served in Maine’s House of Representatives, is running for state Senate District 20 (Auburn, Durham, Poland and New Gloucester). She would be a responsible and responsive voice for us and has the talent and motivation to get things done. She used to be a Blackhawk helicopter pilot and platoon leader. Bravery, […]
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Lewiston credit union honors Metivier’s 50 years of service
LEWISTON — Richard Metivier was recognized for his 50 years of volunteer service to Milestones Federal Credit Union at its 79th annual meeting in April. He joined the Supervisory Committee of what was then the Lewiston Municipal Federal Credit Union in June 1973, serving for eight years. After a short break, he returned as a […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Clarence Page: This era’s protesters could stand to ask a few more questions
Whether or not the volume, rage and heated rhetoric of the protests in signs, songs and chants is overtly antisemitic or not, it is not hard for me as a Black man to empathize when I hear some of my Jewish friends tell me the horror they feel at hearing their kids speak of feeling under siege for their Jewish identity. That it’s an election year only adds to their unease.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Rep. Joshua Morris: Flavor ban wrong solution for tobacco cessation
The push to eliminate flavored vaping products in Maine overlooks the significant benefits that vaping offers to adult smokers seeking to quit. By embracing vaping to migrate adults off cigarettes and respecting the preferences of adults who choose to use nicotine products, policymakers can make meaningful strides in reducing smoking rates and improving public health outcomes.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
In rebuttal: Bill Frayer: Gun purchase waiting period helps to save lives
I am writing in opposition to Tammy Schmersal-Burgess’ May 19 column (“Maine’s 72-hour waiting period violates the Constitution“) opposing the 72-hour waiting period for purchasing a firearm. The idea that a reasonable waiting period for buying a gun violates the Second Amendment is ludicrous. The law does not prevent citizens from purchasing a firearm; it […]
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Rich Lowry: Harrison Butker is right about men and women
Complaining about the intensely Catholic subject matter of his address is a little like listening to the keynote at a philately convention and being shocked that it’s all about stamp collecting.
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Kevin Murphy: Rep. Libby pays attention, fights for all Mainers
It seems like every time we turn around, the government taxes us more, and we have to work harder and longer just to keep ourselves afloat. Everything’s costing more these days. But Rep. Laurel Libby pays attention and fights for us. Last year, the Legislature passed a new 1% payroll tax on Maine’s working people. […]