If Republicans take a shellacking in November’s midterms as predicted, Graham Platner is positioned to reap the benefits.
Steve Collins
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Margaret Chase Smith is on the campaign trail this year, too | Steve Collins
Two of the top contenders in the race for U.S. senator, Janet Mills and Susan Collins, credit Smith for their political careers.
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To overcome the sins of the past, Maine needs to support Wabanaki rights | Steve Collins
We can’t undo the murder and theft that Maine’s settlers brought to its native population in the past, but we can show respect to the native nations that survived.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Frightened Lewiston Somalis feel besieged by The Maine Wire | Steve Collins
A Somali family found itself in the national limelight after a right-wing nonprofit turned a teenage boy into a symbol of health care fraud.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Maine should reward Matt Dunlap for his courage | Steve Collins
Only Dunlap challenged Rep. Jared Golden. That took guts.
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Maine Democrats: Don’t forget David Costello in Senate primary | Steve Collins
As the battle between Janet Mills and Graham Platner grows ever more bitter, the third candidate in the race can strike a different note.
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A proud day for my family’s journalism nonprofit | Steve Collins
“Journalism is not for the faint of heart, nor for anyone trying to get rich.” But pride and even joy, I’ve learned, can come with the territory.
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So you want to stand out in Maine’s Republican gubernatorial primary? | Steve Collins
It shouldn’t be hard for a candidate to distinguish themselves in this race. And yet.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Angus King could become governor. No, the other Angus King. | Steve Collins
Recent polling makes me worried that Maine voters are going to see a name they know, maybe even like, and not think twice.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Angus King is right about war with Iran | Steve Collins
Maine’s junior senator has some serious questions about the Trump administration’s handling of the conflict. So do I.