The State of the State Address we would like to see. Read More
Principles are pretty easy to have. It doesn’t take much effort to say that you believe in things like free expression, multiculturalism, religious tolerance, a limited government, social justice or fiscal austerity. All it takes is a broad philosophical agreement with the tenets of those principles. Read More
The editorial board of The New York Times thought it was endorsing its preferred candidates in the Democratic primary for president this week. Instead, what the writers actually endorsed was ranked-choice voting. googletag.cmd.push(function () { // Define Slot var slot_sizes = [[300,250]]; var new_slot_sizes = [];… Read More
You’ve probably heard this joke: “A lawyer and a snake are lying run over in the road. What’s the difference between them?” Answer: “There are brake marks over the snake.” The lawyer joke circulating in Lewiston, Maine in autumn 1862 went something like this: “What do… Read More
I hate to admit this, but I’m jealous. I’m not proud of this fact. But I am darn jealous of my brother in law. Not because he lives in Nebraska. Duh. Or drives a mini van. But because he is a Chiefs fan. And his team is… Read More
A high disapproval rating sounds like bad news for her re-election chances. But there's good reason to dig deeper into that report. Read More
Senator Angus King has been a strong advocate for creating coins to honor George and Barbara Bush, a wonderful idea. You probably haven’t heard this because Angus works hard to get bipartisan support, behind the scenes, without fanfare. Senator Susan Collins was a cosponsor of the… Read More
Security detail. Read More
I continued exploring recent releases from Georgia, Alexandra Savior and Wolf Parade on the show this week, while the retro alternative set ventured back to 1982 for a survey of some of the great records from that year, along with a few interesting obscurities. Read More
The Bangor bus hub and the need for a heating shelter. Read More
Sorry. He’s just not ready. Read More
I was surprised when retired Portland police officer Bruce Coffin wrote a very good first novel, because that is never easy. But I guess his work as a police detective and his four years of working counterterrorism for the FBI gave him lots of great ideas for his… Read More
It is the kickoff weekend for Speedweeks 2020 at Daytona International Speedway as International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) hosts Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. Chili Bowl story also in this episode. Read More
What we eat and drink can have a huge impact on our health. If you're trying to improve your diet, these recipes may help get you on your way. Read More
Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Read More
I suppose if you can convince two pigs who live in and love Ohio to move to Maine you could convince anybody to do that. Martha Couture’s book Parker’s Cousins – Moving to Maine? – produced and designed by Maine Authors Publishing – is one that… Read More
Today in Maine’s Franco History is a look back at important dates in the history of Maine’s Franco-American communities. It will run throughout 2020, the bicentennial year of Maine’s statehood. Your suggestions for additional events, people, and institutions to celebrate are most welcome. January 18, 1955: Birth… Read More
Today in Maine’s Franco History is a look back at important dates in the history of Maine’s Franco-American communities. It will run throughout 2020, the bicentennial year of Maine’s statehood. Your suggestions for additional events, people, and institutions to celebrate are most welcome. January 17, 1828: The… Read More
Putin’s power grab. Read More
Without doubt, Soleimani was a murderous and dangerous enemy, but there was no clear or consistent reason given to Congress or the public that there was an imminent threat. Read More
