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EDITORIALS
The Trump administration’s cruel and nonsensical arguments against the ACA
The administration’s court filing is a startling look into its priorities at a time when Americans need health insurance and health care more than ever.
CONTRIBUTORS
DANBY INK. CARTOONS
Mount Rushmore rally
Pandemic flouting Mount Rushmore rally.
COVID-19 wipers
“My glasses keep fogging up when I wear this mask.”
The masked man!
The Trump administration seems to have changed their tone concerning the wearing of masks.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
MaineSpark grants offer innovative postsecondary opportunities to students post pandemic
“When it comes to employment, the workforce we knew before COVID-19 has changed dramatically,” write Wendy Ault and Jason Judd.
Funding Medicaid is essential during pandemic
“During an economic slowdown, Medicaid becomes the perennial target of state and federal lawmakers claiming ‘we just can’t afford it,’” Lisa Wesel writes.
Tourism is important but rush to reopen Maine is troubling
“Opening early creates a race to the bottom where businesses that operate irresponsibly profit and those that care about their workers and their communities lose out,” write three guest columnists.
Cancel culture may ruin our Independence Day
“‘Cancel culture’ has taken over in many parts of our society,” writes Michael Cianchette.
Quarantine rules mean no Maine vacation for me this summer
“Having ruined our Maine vacation this year, it is doubtful we will give Maine’s governor a second chance,” writes Stephen F. Thode.
Yes on Question 2, but also yes to more diverse transportation funding
This year, like the past five years, Maine voters will be asked to approve a substantial transportation bond of about $100 million.
Why I should be the first choice for Democrats in the US Senate race
Your vote is not about liberal or conservative, Democrat or Republican. It’s about who is with the people.
Friday, July 3, 2020: Reviewing the scorecard, yes on Question 2, Professional and loving care
Here’s what BDN readers are talking about.
Sportsmen stand with Maine against outside money in our elections
“If we love our way of life, we must fight for it,” writes David Trahan, executive director of the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine.
Making the case for Trump
BDN opinion columnists Phil Harriman and Ethan Strimling debate why many voters support Donald Trump.
Eric Brakey can win 2nd District seat for Republicans
“Former state Sen. Eric Brakey has done more for the 2nd Amendment in Maine than many other elected officials combined,” writes Jeff W. Zimba.
Susan Collins did her job, Sara Gideon didn’t
“It has been a good few weeks to be Susan Collins,” writes Matthew Gagnon.
Thursday, June 2, 2020: Yes on Questions 1 and 2, Bennett would represent us well, may God help us
Letters submitted by BDN readers, edited and verified by BDN Opinion Page staff.
Yes on Question 1: Broadband investment is overdue and timely
Question 1 won’t solve Maine’s connectivity issues overnight. But it will hopefully be an initial step to consistent and significant broadband investment in the state.
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