Pine & Roses
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A volunteer working class publication focused on issues that affect folks living around Maine, or who are involved in organizing and activism. DMs are open. pineandrosesme@gmail.com | project of Maine DSA
Today, with the author’s permission, we offer you a re-printing of a piece @breadnrosie.bsky.social wrote for @powermap.bsky.social.
Rose lays out why Janet Mills represents a centrism that does not meet the moment, and is a bad choice to represent Mainers in the Senate.
Rose lays out why Janet Mills represents a centrism that does not meet the moment, and is a bad choice to represent Mainers in the Senate.
Maine Voters Don’t Want Janet Mills for Senate. There’s a Reason for that. - Pine & Roses
Earlier this year Maine Governor Janet Mills made national headlines when she quipped “see you in court” to Trump at the National Governors Association summit
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November 10, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Today, with the author’s permission, we offer you a re-printing of a piece @breadnrosie.bsky.social wrote for @powermap.bsky.social.
Rose lays out why Janet Mills represents a centrism that does not meet the moment, and is a bad choice to represent Mainers in the Senate.
Rose lays out why Janet Mills represents a centrism that does not meet the moment, and is a bad choice to represent Mainers in the Senate.
In our ongoing debate/opinion series focused on 2026 candidates in Maine, we present this piece by contributor Bluebird.
The author lays out why they believe socialists not only can but should support Troy Jackson for Governor.
The author lays out why they believe socialists not only can but should support Troy Jackson for Governor.
The Case for Troy Jackson - Pine & Roses
Troy Jackson is a man that needs very little introduction within the labor movement in Maine. Troy has spent nearly half of his life in public service, having
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November 8, 2025 at 11:13 PM
In our ongoing debate/opinion series focused on 2026 candidates in Maine, we present this piece by contributor Bluebird.
The author lays out why they believe socialists not only can but should support Troy Jackson for Governor.
The author lays out why they believe socialists not only can but should support Troy Jackson for Governor.
With newer generations growing up under the panopticon of the internet's long memory, T. Sinclair argues that the left will need to embrace a sense of revolutionary forgiveness when it comes to candidates, and each others', pasts.
Revolutionary Forgiveness: Why it’s needed now more than ever - Pine & Roses
By no means is skepticism an incomprehensible stance, given the socialist left’s history dealing with both centrist and right-wing capitalists who seemingly
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November 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
With newer generations growing up under the panopticon of the internet's long memory, T. Sinclair argues that the left will need to embrace a sense of revolutionary forgiveness when it comes to candidates, and each others', pasts.
As a debate grows among Maine’s political and working classes around Graham Platner’s problematic past, Todd Chretien argues that it’s important for the left to continue supporting him.
Platner and Jackson are standing up for Maine workers - Pine & Roses
A funny thing happened on the way to Graham Platner’s political funeral.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
As a debate grows among Maine’s political and working classes around Graham Platner’s problematic past, Todd Chretien argues that it’s important for the left to continue supporting him.
In response to Todd Chretien's letter calling for Maine DSA to consider endorsing Graham Platner, Bluebird responds with this piece encouraging Maine DSA to find ways to support the candidate, but not endorsing him.
October 6, 2025 at 3:35 PM
In response to Todd Chretien's letter calling for Maine DSA to consider endorsing Graham Platner, Bluebird responds with this piece encouraging Maine DSA to find ways to support the candidate, but not endorsing him.
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Todd Chretien discusses why Maine socialists and DSA should consider supporting Graham Platner for Senate and Troy Jackson for Governor, and how supporting them is more than just supporting a candidate, it’s a step toward build power.
Todd Chretien discusses why Maine socialists and DSA should consider supporting Graham Platner for Senate and Troy Jackson for Governor, and how supporting them is more than just supporting a candidate, it’s a step toward build power.
What's at stake in Maine in 2026 - Pine & Roses
Graham Platner has broken the race for US Senate wide open while Troy Jackson promises to be the most pro-union governor in the state’s history.
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September 25, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Todd Chretien discusses why Maine socialists and DSA should consider supporting Graham Platner for Senate and Troy Jackson for Governor, and how supporting them is more than just supporting a candidate, it’s a step toward build power.
Todd Chretien discusses why Maine socialists and DSA should consider supporting Graham Platner for Senate and Troy Jackson for Governor, and how supporting them is more than just supporting a candidate, it’s a step toward build power.
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Todd Chretien covers the growing number of people showing up to County Commissioners meetings, demanding Cumberland County stop cooperating with ICE, and why it’s important. #maine
Todd Chretien covers the growing number of people showing up to County Commissioners meetings, demanding Cumberland County stop cooperating with ICE, and why it’s important. #maine
As Cumberland County goes, so go immigrant rights in Maine - Pine & Roses
The Cumberland County Jail is the largest ICE detention facility in Maine. The Board of Commissioners can cancel the contract.
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July 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🌲 New from Pine & Roses 🌹
Todd Chretien covers the growing number of people showing up to County Commissioners meetings, demanding Cumberland County stop cooperating with ICE, and why it’s important. #maine
Todd Chretien covers the growing number of people showing up to County Commissioners meetings, demanding Cumberland County stop cooperating with ICE, and why it’s important. #maine
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Joey B. comments on the passage of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," how it's a form of social murder, and what it means for the working class.
Joey B. comments on the passage of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," how it's a form of social murder, and what it means for the working class.
Trump’s Social Murder Bill Passes – Now What? - Pine & Roses
How did you resist the bill likely to be Trump’s longest lasting impact? More of us than ever before called our senators and marched through our cities.
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July 18, 2025 at 6:14 PM
🌲 New from Pine & Roses 🌹
Joey B. comments on the passage of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," how it's a form of social murder, and what it means for the working class.
Joey B. comments on the passage of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," how it's a form of social murder, and what it means for the working class.
👀 NEW THIS MORNING 👀
We share this public statement from the newly organized “No ICE for ME” campaign in Maine.
We share this public statement from the newly organized “No ICE for ME” campaign in Maine.
Stop Deportation Machine: End ICE Cooperation in Cumberland County - Pine & Roses
Eyidi Ambila, a man from the Democratic Republic of Congo, served a short sentence in Cumberland County Jail and has since been caged for over eight months by
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June 14, 2025 at 11:19 AM
👀 NEW THIS MORNING 👀
We share this public statement from the newly organized “No ICE for ME” campaign in Maine.
We share this public statement from the newly organized “No ICE for ME” campaign in Maine.
🎧 New Podcast Episode 🎧
This month our Maine Mural podcast brings you a presentation from the Poli Ed Committee of @mainedsa.org. Geared toward folks newer to left-wing thought, it offers a brief overview on the origins of the socialist movement.
This month our Maine Mural podcast brings you a presentation from the Poli Ed Committee of @mainedsa.org. Geared toward folks newer to left-wing thought, it offers a brief overview on the origins of the socialist movement.
Maine Mural: Origins of the Socialist Movement - Pine & Roses
This month we bring you an audio adaptation of a presentation designed by the Political Education Committee of Maine DSA. It is narrated by Bluebird, and is
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June 2, 2025 at 2:25 PM
🎧 New Podcast Episode 🎧
This month our Maine Mural podcast brings you a presentation from the Poli Ed Committee of @mainedsa.org. Geared toward folks newer to left-wing thought, it offers a brief overview on the origins of the socialist movement.
This month our Maine Mural podcast brings you a presentation from the Poli Ed Committee of @mainedsa.org. Geared toward folks newer to left-wing thought, it offers a brief overview on the origins of the socialist movement.
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As the Trump admin threatens student deportations and pressures schools, Bowdoin College has found itself caught up in it. T. Sinclair gives an update on the battle over academic freedom at the esteemed institution.
As the Trump admin threatens student deportations and pressures schools, Bowdoin College has found itself caught up in it. T. Sinclair gives an update on the battle over academic freedom at the esteemed institution.
Bowdoin, Trump, and the Battle for Academic Freedom - Pine & Roses
Here in Maine, we feel like we’re kept safely away from much of what happens nationally, but that is a myth we feed ourselves. At Bowdoin College in
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May 9, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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As the Trump admin threatens student deportations and pressures schools, Bowdoin College has found itself caught up in it. T. Sinclair gives an update on the battle over academic freedom at the esteemed institution.
As the Trump admin threatens student deportations and pressures schools, Bowdoin College has found itself caught up in it. T. Sinclair gives an update on the battle over academic freedom at the esteemed institution.
What went into May Day planning? Todd Chretien gets into behind-the-scenes details that made #MayDay such a success in Maine and beyond.
Maine unions and community unite for May Day - Pine & Roses
5,000 participants spread over 26 towns and cities from Madawaska to Orono to Portland rallied in Maine on May Day.
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May 7, 2025 at 6:42 PM
What went into May Day planning? Todd Chretien gets into behind-the-scenes details that made #MayDay such a success in Maine and beyond.
🎧New Podcast Episode🎧
We interview the local group, Presente! ME about their organization’s history and mission helping new Mainers, and current concerns regarding national attacks on immigrant communities.
We interview the local group, Presente! ME about their organization’s history and mission helping new Mainers, and current concerns regarding national attacks on immigrant communities.
Maine Mural: Presente! ME - Pine & Roses
An interview with the local group Presente! ME about their organization's history and mission helping new Mainers, and current concerns regarding national
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May 5, 2025 at 7:41 PM
🎧New Podcast Episode🎧
We interview the local group, Presente! ME about their organization’s history and mission helping new Mainers, and current concerns regarding national attacks on immigrant communities.
We interview the local group, Presente! ME about their organization’s history and mission helping new Mainers, and current concerns regarding national attacks on immigrant communities.
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May Day will be a test of strength. But to beat back Trump's attack, we can't underestimate his strength, nor overestimate ours.
May Day will be a test of strength. But to beat back Trump's attack, we can't underestimate his strength, nor overestimate ours.
What will May Day 2025 teach us? - Pine & Roses
May Day will be a test of strength. But to beat back Trump's attack, we can't underestimate his strength, nor overestimate ours.
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April 29, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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May Day will be a test of strength. But to beat back Trump's attack, we can't underestimate his strength, nor overestimate ours.
May Day will be a test of strength. But to beat back Trump's attack, we can't underestimate his strength, nor overestimate ours.
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On Thursday, May 1st, there will be a large contingent marching through Portland to celebrate #MayDay and support working class issues.
There will be member participants from dozens of organizations marching together, uniting in common cause. Will you join us?
There will be member participants from dozens of organizations marching together, uniting in common cause. Will you join us?
April 25, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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🏠New Housing Article🏠
T. Sinclair sat down with Bradley Davis from Maine's Portland Tenant Union to discuss tenants' rights, the history behind the organization, and its recent successes.
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T. Sinclair sat down with Bradley Davis from Maine's Portland Tenant Union to discuss tenants' rights, the history behind the organization, and its recent successes.
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Sitting Down with Portland's Tenant Union - Pine & Roses
T. Sinclair sat down with Bradley Davis, steering member of the Portland Tenants' Union, which has recently helped win a case where it was ruled $34,000 in
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April 11, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🏠New Housing Article🏠
T. Sinclair sat down with Bradley Davis from Maine's Portland Tenant Union to discuss tenants' rights, the history behind the organization, and its recent successes.
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T. Sinclair sat down with Bradley Davis from Maine's Portland Tenant Union to discuss tenants' rights, the history behind the organization, and its recent successes.
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Maine DSA Co-Chair Sophie Garner delivered a speech at Augusta, Maine’s #HandsOff rally. Her message to attendees: get involved and commit. No one will save us but us.
Solidarity against Trump means joining an organization - Pine & Roses
Maine DSA co-chair speaks to thousands on April 5 assembled to demand Hands Off!
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April 7, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Maine DSA Co-Chair Sophie Garner delivered a speech at Augusta, Maine’s #HandsOff rally. Her message to attendees: get involved and commit. No one will save us but us.
Yesterday roughly 10,000 Mainers rallied at different #HandsOff protests across the state.
Today we bring you Portland City Councilor Kate Sykes’ speech, delivered at the Portland rally where over 3,000 were in attendance.
Today we bring you Portland City Councilor Kate Sykes’ speech, delivered at the Portland rally where over 3,000 were in attendance.
Thousands say Hands Off Maine! - Pine & Roses
Thousands turn out in Portland to say "Hands off" Maine!
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April 6, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Yesterday roughly 10,000 Mainers rallied at different #HandsOff protests across the state.
Today we bring you Portland City Councilor Kate Sykes’ speech, delivered at the Portland rally where over 3,000 were in attendance.
Today we bring you Portland City Councilor Kate Sykes’ speech, delivered at the Portland rally where over 3,000 were in attendance.
♥️ NEW: Health Opinion Piece ⚕️
Anna from York County discusses the dangers of addiction within activist movements; and offers advice on not just avoiding hard drugs and alcohol, but mindfulness about caffeine and processed foods, too.
Anna from York County discusses the dangers of addiction within activist movements; and offers advice on not just avoiding hard drugs and alcohol, but mindfulness about caffeine and processed foods, too.
Putting Treats on the Altar - Pine & Roses
One front could be our relationship to caffeine and processed foods. I know this is a deeply personal relationship to a lot of my comrades and many will feel
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April 1, 2025 at 6:26 PM
♥️ NEW: Health Opinion Piece ⚕️
Anna from York County discusses the dangers of addiction within activist movements; and offers advice on not just avoiding hard drugs and alcohol, but mindfulness about caffeine and processed foods, too.
Anna from York County discusses the dangers of addiction within activist movements; and offers advice on not just avoiding hard drugs and alcohol, but mindfulness about caffeine and processed foods, too.
🚨 NEW: Responses to ICE Detentions 🚨
Today we share a statement by New England DSA chapters, including @mainedsa.org, against ICE's illegal detention of legal residents; and a copy of Portland City Councilor Wes Pelletier's speech against ICE's actions, encouraging communities to rally together.
Today we share a statement by New England DSA chapters, including @mainedsa.org, against ICE's illegal detention of legal residents; and a copy of Portland City Councilor Wes Pelletier's speech against ICE's actions, encouraging communities to rally together.
New England DSA protests ICE detentions - Pine & Roses
Free Khalil, Ozturk and all ICE political prisoners
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March 28, 2025 at 1:33 PM
🚨 NEW: Responses to ICE Detentions 🚨
Today we share a statement by New England DSA chapters, including @mainedsa.org, against ICE's illegal detention of legal residents; and a copy of Portland City Councilor Wes Pelletier's speech against ICE's actions, encouraging communities to rally together.
Today we share a statement by New England DSA chapters, including @mainedsa.org, against ICE's illegal detention of legal residents; and a copy of Portland City Councilor Wes Pelletier's speech against ICE's actions, encouraging communities to rally together.
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Todd Chretien discusses Trump's motives behind his blitzkrieg attack on programs that millions rely on, and how the recent activity of unions across Maine might help point to how it can be resisted.
Todd Chretien discusses Trump's motives behind his blitzkrieg attack on programs that millions rely on, and how the recent activity of unions across Maine might help point to how it can be resisted.
The method to Trump's Medicaid Cut Madness - Pine & Roses
Trumps wants to cut MaineCare to fund tax breaks for the rich. What will it take to stop him?
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March 24, 2025 at 4:03 PM
📰 NEW 📰
Todd Chretien discusses Trump's motives behind his blitzkrieg attack on programs that millions rely on, and how the recent activity of unions across Maine might help point to how it can be resisted.
Todd Chretien discusses Trump's motives behind his blitzkrieg attack on programs that millions rely on, and how the recent activity of unions across Maine might help point to how it can be resisted.
What is Golden Thinking?
A new piece by Todd Chretien explores why Rep. Golden sometimes betrays the working class and what that could possibly mean for his future and ours.
A new piece by Todd Chretien explores why Rep. Golden sometimes betrays the working class and what that could possibly mean for his future and ours.
Jared Golden leads, Schumer follows, Trump wins. - Pine & Roses
Golden’s vote back Trump's Republican budget, which seemed like an anomaly just a couple days ago, has now been endorsed by the most powerful elected Democrat in the country, Sen. Minority Leader Chuc...
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March 14, 2025 at 9:07 PM
What is Golden Thinking?
A new piece by Todd Chretien explores why Rep. Golden sometimes betrays the working class and what that could possibly mean for his future and ours.
A new piece by Todd Chretien explores why Rep. Golden sometimes betrays the working class and what that could possibly mean for his future and ours.
Bluebird offers this opinion piece on why raising taxes on the rich would be a good start, but how we will need much more if we are to truly change things.
socialists want to tax the rich
Socialists want to tax the rich, but we also want to abolish capitalism
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March 12, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Bluebird offers this opinion piece on why raising taxes on the rich would be a good start, but how we will need much more if we are to truly change things.
🎧 NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎧
This month, our Maine Mural podcast looks back at the February student encampment at Bowdoin College that demanded the institution stand against scholasticide in Gaza and divest from certain arms manufacturers.
This month, our Maine Mural podcast looks back at the February student encampment at Bowdoin College that demanded the institution stand against scholasticide in Gaza and divest from certain arms manufacturers.
Maine Mural: Bowdoin College Encampment - Pine & Roses
This month our podcast looks back at the Bowdoin College encampment in early February that took over a portion of Morrell Lounge demanding the institution
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March 11, 2025 at 1:23 PM
🎧 NEW PODCAST EPISODE 🎧
This month, our Maine Mural podcast looks back at the February student encampment at Bowdoin College that demanded the institution stand against scholasticide in Gaza and divest from certain arms manufacturers.
This month, our Maine Mural podcast looks back at the February student encampment at Bowdoin College that demanded the institution stand against scholasticide in Gaza and divest from certain arms manufacturers.
Brendan Davison writes this piece analyzing the commercialization of Irish-American heritage around St. Patrick's Day, how capitalism drives it, and ways we can work to correct it.
Commercialization of Irish American Culture - Pine & Roses
March is Irish American Heritage Month. As an Irish-American who is very proud of my family’s heritage, I always enjoy St. Patrick’s Day and the month of
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March 10, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Brendan Davison writes this piece analyzing the commercialization of Irish-American heritage around St. Patrick's Day, how capitalism drives it, and ways we can work to correct it.