Why do we need a new abortion law? According to the Office of the Maine Attorney General, “Maine law protects your right to an abortion.” It further states, “Maine law allows for abortions up to the point of viability (usually about 24-28 weeks, as determined on a case-by-case basis by your health care provider). Maine […]
Alex Lear
A Maine native and Colby College graduate, Alex has been covering coastal communities since 2001. He lives in the Portland area with his wife Lauren, 4-year-old daughter Alaina, and 7-year-old bulldog Walter. He has released four CDs of original music and does occasional research work for Marvel Comics' collected editions.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Sen. Lisa Keim: We need to take a stand against China
Our greatest foreign adversary controls large technology companies whose devices are used throughout our state government. Maine is already years behind in addressing this reality; now is the time for us to take action.
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Cal Thomas: The ‘Outpouring’
Dr. Kevin Brown, president of Asbury University, prefers “outpouring” to describe the days of prayer, repentance and singing that drew as many as 50,000 people to campus from miles away and other countries, along with international attention from a media that are normally indifferent to spiritual things, unless they involve scandalous behavior.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Amy Morin: ‘Put action to words and contribute’ to Franco Center
The community needs to put its indignation over the attempted renaming of the Franco Center to rest and consider the facts. Rebranding usually happens because businesses need to bolster their relevance within a market to increase revenue. Moving forward with this type of effort comes after a significant amount of consideration, and the implementation is […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Katie Laughton: ‘We must stand up and speak up for life’
Some politicians say they are personally opposed to abortion, but also say they cannot impose their beliefs on others. Are politicians elected officials? Each time they vote for a law, they impose beliefs on someone. Have we already forgotten the COVID vaccine mandates that crippled our economy and health care industry, harming countless citizens? Abortion […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Perspective
Alex Lear: A look back at my grandfather on his 100th birthday
What I’d give for one more jab in the arm.
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Karl Trautman: Impressions make a journey a learning experience
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to experience some of what Japan has to offer. It’s peacefulness, kindness and orderliness was an experience of learning — for this teacher.
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Ashley Kuntz: Meeting the needs of homeless teens
Maine’s homeless teens are brave, self-aware and eager for independence. It’s time for the state’s laws and policies to better reflect teens’ capabilities and support their efforts to live independently.