Froma Harrop: His ethics account was empty

Because he knew what he was doing, Kenneth Chesebro proved himself more ethically vacant than the Trumpian mobs. He applied oily legal arguments made potent by an elite education. Supporting an insurrection against the United States, he undoubtedly figured, could be a good career move.

Rich Lowry: The shameful gag order on Donald Trump

Judge Tanya Chutkan is hearing the January 6 case against Trump brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith and has decided to partially muzzle Trump with an order that is nonsensical and possibly unconstitutional.

Bob Neal: The Countryman: Where was the system when he broke down?

If you follow the news, you know the demand for counseling at all levels has at least doubled since COVID-19 hit. And stories abound of people trying for a year or more for an appointment. We clearly need a bigger system. And that’s going to take more money and time than we’d like.

Hal Phillips: More good guys with guns? No thanks

This is the status quo our gun culture has created. If the shooting doesn’t take place up the street, Americans are increasingly inured to the phenomenon. Yes, it’s remarkable that one day you’re just a guy who struggles with depression; the next, you’re the criminal that right wingers say we need even more guns to protect ourselves against.

Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Oct. 28

Cynthia Peters: Beauparlant offers knowledge, commitment to Lewiston schools

I am writing to support the reelection of Paul Beauparlant to the Lewiston School Committee. He possesses to a high degree two valuable characteristics necessary for school board members: knowledge and commitment. Paul knows public education. He spent over four decades teaching at the middle and high school levels, advising students in the Interact Club, […]

Paul Bilodeau: How much has CMP spent to fight Question 3?

Every day we see commercial after commercial urging us to vote “no” on Question 3. They tell us that Question 3 will cost the state of Maine over $13 billion. I wonder how much money Central Maine Power has spent so far airing all these commercials? Just saying. Paul Bilodeau, Greene

Brandy Hiltz: Longchamps the ‘ideal candidate’ for Lewiston council

I write to voice my enthusiastic support for Susan Longchamps as the prospective Lewiston city councilor. Susan possesses a clear vision for the future of our city, one that is inclusive, innovative and responsive to the evolving needs of our diverse population. What sets Susan apart is her approachability and willingness to engage with the […]

Ellen Cifelli: Vote Cowan for Auburn’s positive future

I am endorsing Tim Cowan for Auburn City Council, Ward 2. As a resident for over 20 years, Tim’s community involvement has ranged from a trustee at his church, a member of the Healthy Androscoggin Advisory Committee and past president and member of Community Little Theater. Tim has been director of Community Health Surveillance and […]

Edmund Lewis: Citizens must vote in order to replace chaff with wheat

For a long time I have accepted the fact of term limits for U.S. presidents and felt it should also apply to all members of Congress. Recently an effort was made by a committee in the House to start an effort which would lead to legislation in regard to term limits. It failed to pass, […]