There's one aspect of this year's Maine gubernatorial race that has received little attention: where will dispassionate Republicans land on Election Day? Four years ago, in what was largely a three-way race, Republican Paul LePage became Maine's governor by securing approximately 38 percent of the vote. Since then, much has been said about plurality, the … Continue reading Radio Free Europe
Month: September 2014
Lido Shuffle
The experiment is over, and it was a bittersweet experience letting it go. As it is with so many things in life, it occurs to me that my endeavor to create a diverse group to debate differing political ideas with civility was both a phenomenal success and an utter failure. We called this group "Thinking Politics" … Continue reading Lido Shuffle
Does anyone really care?
For those of you who are excited that the Lincoln Mill Clock Tower has been "saved," it's a bit early to put on your party hats and break out the champagne. Sure, the clock tower was moved from the ground where it sat rotting for seven years, but it's hardly saved. It will likely … Continue reading Does anyone really care?
NOTES TO CARL | LESSONS IN MEDIOCRITY 