On Sept. 4, in a historic City Council vote, Portland resolved to divest itself of any funds from entities complicit in the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. I am writing to urge Lewiston to adopt this same resolution. In May, I joined residents of Lewiston’s African community and students from Bates College in a march through […]
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 inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: It’s not Bibi’s fault
Only when the terrorists realize they have no hope and no help from America might they be persuaded that their goal is unachievable and then might possibly make a peace deal with Israel.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Froma Harrop: Harris must defeat Trump to save the democracy. That’s her job
What Harris can do for the country is take Trump off our backs, and it appears that she could do it. So what if she passes on interviews that distract from the one big thing, which is securing the democracy.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Rich Lowry: A fitting tribute to Ronald Reagan
First, they oppose you and condescend to you. Then, they reluctantly conclude that you had more on the ball than they thought. After that, they concede your achievements. And finally, they make a glowing feature-length movie about you.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Franklin Savings Bank names new commercial underwriting officer
FARMINGTON — Franklin Savings Bank has promoted Christopher Raymond to commercial underwriting officer. Having joined the bank in 2021, he will oversee its commercial underwriting processes. “Christopher’s strategic thinking and thorough approach to underwriting have been instrumental to the growth of our commercial lending department. His leadership and vision will be key as we continue […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
William LaRochelle: Donald Trump: Prevaricator plus
As Rep. Jamie Raskin stated in his Democratic National Convention speech concerning Donald Trump, “Make no mistake: A man who uses fraud, theft and violence to take power will commit any crime to keep it.” Yes, and the self-avowed Christian who’s lied outrageously for ages, who’s stated he doesn’t need God’s forgiveness because he doesn’t […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Michael Boom: ‘Imagine history coming back to haunt us’
The GOP, otherwise known as the Grand Old Party, has become a party of toadies. A toady is a person willing to yield to the will of the rich or powerful. Far too many toadies are being propped up in order to promote their proxy mouthpiece, Donald Trump. Trump and his toadies will stop at […]
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Bill Trommer: Golden ‘an independent thinker’ who deserves reelection
As a Democrat, I am enthusiastically supporting Congressman Jared Golden again this year in his quest for reelection. Jared is an independent thinker who bases his decisions on what he feels is in the best interest of the people of the Second District. I don’t always agree with his positions on issues, but I do […]
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Paul Gilbert: Bryant ‘a proven leader’ for Senate District 17
When seeking to hire, one looks for someone who is competent and knowledgeable. The same holds true when we vote for a state senator. Maine needs proven leaders in the Maine Legislature. In electing Bruce Bryant, we are not only voting for a state senator, we are electing a competent and knowledgeable leader for our […]