Okay, so now it's official. Former Gov. Paul LePage (Maine's own version of Donald Trump) has finally announced that he will seek the CD2 seat, now occupied by Democrat Jared Golden who won his last election in 2024 with a razor-thin majority. Will Golden try to hold his seat, or maybe buy a couple new … Continue reading Maine’s 2026 midterms pose a dilemma for both Republicans and Democrats
Blinded By the Light: A public-school teacher goes off the rails
As first reported this morning by the Maine Wire – a politically conservative media outlet -- a Waterville public teacher is now facing scrutiny and widespread backlash after making a post on social media that calls for people to physically harm President Donald Trump and his supporters. Notice how I chose my words carefully. Using … Continue reading Blinded By the Light: A public-school teacher goes off the rails
GLORY DAYS, oh they will pass you by
Yesterday was “Career Day” at the Biddeford Intermediate School, an annual event that gives third, fourth and fifth-graders an opportunity to explore various career fields. I was asked to be one of the many presenters, but I knew that I was in trouble as soon as I walked through the front-door, clutching a stack of … Continue reading GLORY DAYS, oh they will pass you by
Games Without Frontiers
Last night, I watched President Trump's address to Congress. For those of you complaining about the boorish behavior of some Democrats: 1.) You are right. Several members of Congress acted like six-year-olds in a playground. 2.) You have very short memories. Do you not remember Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene screaming at Biden; or when Rep. … Continue reading Games Without Frontiers
Godzilla, KFC and your last breath
Lots of people asked me today what I am doing to celebrate my birthday. The following is not made up or me trying to be funny, in fact just the opposite. I made brunch this morning for Laura and myself. We took a quick drive along a small part of southern Maine's coastline. Got home. … Continue reading Godzilla, KFC and your last breath
Voices Carry
I understand that tensions are high, and that feelings are raw on the national political stage, but I still think we can engage in robust discussion and debate without marginalizing millions of Americans who suffer daily with varying degrees of mental illness. Reading some of the social media commentary regarding the U.S. Senate confirmation hearings … Continue reading Voices Carry
Pour Some Sugar on Me
For centuries, newspapers, (and then later) radio and television news operations kept an immeasurable amount of gravitas in their pants’ pocket, like so many nickels and dimes. The publishers, editors (and oftentimes the reporters) took your trust in them for granted.
This little light of mine
(Please do not make this political. It's just one of my favorite memories) Today – once again – the United States of America held an inaugural ceremony for the next president. I intended to watch, but time got away from me. I am a political junkie. Not very astute -- but what I lack in … Continue reading This little light of mine
Finest Worksong
For a lot of people, it's going to be very hard to watch or even acknowledge the inauguration of Donald Trump as America's next president. Look, I didn't vote for the guy either, and it strikes me as almost surrealistic that Mr. Trump was able to get enough votes to put him back in the … Continue reading Finest Worksong
Smokin’ In The Boys’ Room
It’s really not that surprising, and I’m not so sure that I disagree with Maine Governor Janet Mills. Here’s the set-up: Maine Democrats – who have majority control of both chambers in the State House – are in a tough spot. Why? Because there is a possible and significant state budget shortfall on the horizon. … Continue reading Smokin’ In The Boys’ Room
NOTES TO CARL | LESSONS IN MEDIOCRITY 