In his long political career, being cautious has been the hallmark of being U.S. Rep. Mike Michaud, D-2nd district. That’s what makes his recent claim about Maine losing jobs so surprising. He has never been out front on any major political issue while in Congress. Indeed, quite the opposite, as he has melted into the […]
Some time ago, I wrote a column in which I explained why I try very hard not to self-identify as a conservative. The reason was simple: The word conservative did not describe me. The American definition of “conservative” has come to mean “politically right wing” and in opposition to the left. But the true meaning […]
If there is one thing I’ve learned over years of being involved in politics it’s that most of the news we get — whether from unbiased sources or through the colored lens of right- or left-leaning partisan media — is a superficial collection of gossip and nonsense. I have more love and respect for journalism […]
The thing that most people hate about politics is its craven lack of principle. Now, don’t misunderstand me, I am not saying that the American people are thirsting for a deeply ideological, hard line, principled leader or party to take over the country and implement radical change. Rather, voters have an aversion to the hypocrisy […]
