• How Talking Politics Became so Hostile (Opinion)

    A week ago, I had the privilege of talking to a few SMCC students about whether they do or do not like talking about politics and for the most part I got the same answer, “it depends.” Andrew Gelinas made the good point that, “it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to talk to someone you… Read more

  • Portland: one of the hardest working cities

    Maine and New Englanders, in general, have great pride in our sturdy work ethic and grit. Now that work ethic and grit have been recognized. In a list of the hardest-working cities in the country published by wallethub.com (website for personal finance), Portland, Maine, was named just barely out of the top 25%. Our city… Read more

  • Opinion: Debunking Horseshoe Theory

    What is horseshoe theory? It’s a simple concept that tells us that if you go far enough left or right on the political spectrum you always end up at the same place. Authoritarianism and fascism. It comes from the assumption that both sides deploy nationalistic, populist, or authoritarian methods in order to achieve their goals.… Read more

  • Why Does Talking Politics Suck? (Audio Interviews with SMCC Students)

    Interviewing students about whether they do or do not enjoy talking politics. What they believe they can do to make the conversation more palatable and what they believe the consequences are for not talking about important subjects. Read more

  • Birthright Citizenship in Trouble

    Recently the Supreme Court held an oral hearing on April 1. Donald Trump attended this oral hearing to support his executive order to deny birthright citizenship to children of undocumented immigrants. The 14th Amendment of the constitution was written in 1868 and guaranteed citizenship to anyone born within the boundaries of the United States. This… Read more

  • Easy Sweet Potato Soufflé Recipe

    This Sweet Potato Soufflé recipe will bring sweet southern smells to your kitchen. Start by Boiling 5 pounds of sweet potatoes (5-8 medium-sized sweet potatoes) in water or roasting them in an oven until soft and tender. Preheat your oven to 400-450° so you’re ready to bake when your mixing is complete. For the sweet… Read more