Elliott Epstein: The 1619 Project is full of uncomfortable truths that should be taught in Maine schools

The racial attitudes and behaviors established through slavery persisted long after its abolition in 1865. The 1619 Project addresses these in great detail and provides insights into the racial divide which plagues this country to the present day.

Elliott Epstein: The word ‘AND’ can be a powerful uniter in divisive times

The solutions to most problems lies not in a binary choice but in a fusion of divergent views.

Elliott Epstein: We need to stop people from rebuilding in areas that will be devastated again

I find it astonishing that so few Floridians have learned any lessons from having placed themselves in harm’s way.

Elliott Epstein: How the Espionage Act could be Donald Trump’s undoing

Given the mortal sins committed by Trump during his presidency, the filching of some public papers may not seem like a big deal. But it might be the one he can't get away with.

Alex Jones tries to hide behind 1st Amendment

Ultimately the only deterrent to the purveyors of hateful lies is probably the justice, expressed in dollar terms, which can be delivered by a jury.

Teachers have learned to work for low pay and little respect

Declining birth rates are unhealthy for hospitals and society

Disney should sue Florida for violating its right to free speech

GOP did more damage to trust in the judiciary than to Jackson’s nomination

It's too bad that U.S. Senate Republicans couldn't act more like Maine legislators when it came to historic confirmation hearings.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has united U.S. public opinion

A majority of Americans still oppose direct U.S. military involvement in the war, but they support aiding Ukrainian resistance.