Commentary: Are we as a nation ready for the next big threat?

Opinion: With nearly 70 journalists killed, who will be left to cover the Gaza war?

With no one taking responsibility, the killing of journalists is being normalized.

Opinion: America must realize Ukraine’s future is at an inflection point

There's a serious disconnect between our stated interests in this conflict and our means of pursuing them.  

Opinion: We need better communication about the reality of the IUD

We're doing a terrible job of administering a really effective form of birth control.

Opinion: Why Ukraine can beat Russia – and why that matters to America

A victory for Ukraine is a victory for the United States. If only more of us would believe that.

Commentary: Democracy and climate politics are set to collide next year

Some of the world's voters are ready to break climate gridlock in 2024. Others are ready to push back on those efforts.

Opinion: Free community college has created a new wave of Maine students

Maine’s free community college program has helped remove inertia and fear of education costs.

Opinion: Smiling is not hard – and smiles will come back to you

I smile because one smile can make someone’s whole day better. That someone might only be me. But hey, what’s the harm in that?

Jim Fossel: Call the Sea Dogs to heel

One would think that a national corporation worth hundreds of millions would be able to afford a $5 million clubhouse upgrade in Portland.

Commentary: US soldiers at risk of suffering brain injuries from their own weapons