By D.M. Smith In a recent blog post, President Cantor talked about taking accountability asking, to whom and to what must we be accountable? He listed several entities, including us. I’ve also been […]
From Behind the Curtain
By Jason Glynn Well boys and girls, ladies and gents, professors and adjuncts, the moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived. In your hands you are holding something special. You are […]
Letter to the Editor
In the last issue of The Beacon there was a tactless and very disparaging “Letter to the Editor,” that was written by a self-proclaimed ‘smart student.’ It was a clearly petulant person […]
Ever Wanted to Learn How to Dance Salsa
By: Erik Squire If you ever wanted to grab your dancing shoes and have an awesome night, but didn’t because you’re a horrible dancer, then you’re in luck. April 23, Portland Maine […]
Celebrating the Civil Rights Act: Does Racism Still Exist in America?
By Teddy Burrage Earlier this month on April 10th, President Barack Obama with three of his predecessors celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, paying tribute to Lyndon […]
State of Union and State, a Rational Response
By Levelheaded Larry Our last issue had a couple of articles that looked at the recent State of the Union speech, given to Congress and the nation by President Obama, and the State […]
From Behind the Curtain
By Jason Glynn Well it’s almost break time, are you all ready? I know I am. This semester has been screaming by, and for me things are only going to get busier. I […]
The Concert Diaries: A Night with Andy McKee
By Garrick Hoffman Sunday, November 10th, 2013, was my birthday (sounds of party horns). My ex-girlfriend and I were to go see my favorite solo instrumental acoustic guitarist, Andy McKee, in New Hampshire. […]
Deborah Klotz: Traces at the Maine Jewish Museum
By Jennifer Connor Walking into Deborah Klotz’s recent show at the Maine Jewish Museum on Congress Street in Portland was like taking in a breath of fresh air. The light and energy […]
Gestapo Hyperbole
By Richard Sawyer Recently I heard about Mesa Verde shutting down. I always hate seeing local restaurants closing up, especially after fifteen years of business. For those who didn’t know it, it […]
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