I have written previously about Donald Trump’s narcissistic personality and the psychological compulsion to satisfy his own needs first. The Southern Poverty Law Center, a non-partisan civil rights organization dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry, has reported on Trump’s profoundly negative effects on children. In an article published by the center, teachers reported an alarming […]
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Has Trump hijacked the GOP?
We know that Donald Trump was a Democrat and a liberal. We also know that he is violent, i.e. “I’d like to punch him in the face.” He is profane, disrespectful, crude and is insulting to women and Spanish-speaking people. He will revive torture and also compel the use of water-boarding. In listening to his […]
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Is Donald Trump a narcissist?
Donald Trump has become a fascinating political figure and, indeed, may become the next president. He is apparently “loved” and adored by some, hated and reviled by others. It appears that he is an anathema to many Republicans and Democrats alike. The DSM-IV Diagnostic Criteria of the American Psychiatric Association discusses the categories of mental […]
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There is much that is positive
For those who are discouraged or pessimistic, there are reasons for optimism. First, democracy continues to survive when some thought it to be an experiment with no assurances of its survival. This planet is still supporting human life, although Pope Francis has reminded people of the importance of taking better care of the Earth and […]
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What is all the fuss about?
President Barack Obama held a news conference from Turkey on Nov. 16. He gave an intelligent, reasoned and logical explanation, repeatedly, of the U.S. administration’s strategy and plans for dealing with ISIS, both internationally and domestically, and his plan to accept 10,000 immigrants from Syria. I was aghast at the lack of respect from the […]
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The age of rage in America
I am a licensed clinical social worker, and in my memoir published four years ago I addressed the issue of human character, including anger and rage. Chapter 15 of the book begins, “As a social worker and a human being, I rejoice in the imperfections and fallibility of my fellow human beings and their penchant […]
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R. Melendy: Pope an inspiration to the world
Pope Francis has demonstrated his love and concern for all the peoples of the world and especially the United States. He has collaborated with President Obama on improving the relationship between Cuba and the United States. The Vatican reported that the pope had written to both President Obama and Cuban President Raul Castro about resolving […]
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R. Melendy: LePage saga continues
Gov. Paul LePage rules the state like an authoritarian dictator who does not adhere to democratic principles of government. He has emasculated the state Attorney General’s Office by refusing to cooperate with Attorney General Janet Mills. He doesn’t accept her judicial decisions and refuses to fill vacancies in her office. He also wants to hire […]
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R. Melendy: Opposed to the death penalty
Have I heard it correctly, that the Maine Legislature will be considering a bill to re-instate the death penalty for certain crimes? Maine has had a positive reputation because the judicial system does not kill people. I cannot believe that my old friend, Sen. Bill Diamond, is advocating the death penalty. We all know that […]
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R. Melendy: A man who can be trusted
I know that everyone wishes the election was behind us. But the public needs to know that Mike Michaud’s ads are accurate. My wife served in the Maine Legislature with him. He was president of the Senate and worked cooperatively with both parties to pass a minimum wage increase with unanimous support. He is honest; […]