Why I Created The Maine Mirror
Why does The Maine Mirror exist? Founder Ryan Michaels shares the deeply personal story behind its creation, the mission to pursue truth, transparency, and accountability, and the hope that continues to drive the Truth Train forward for his children and the people of Maine.
Sunday Reflection | How Did We Get Here?
In this Sunday’s Reflection, we pause to consider how division takes root, the role each of us plays in shaping culture, and why lasting change begins with love, empathy, compassion, and logic.
The Maine Mirror Deep Dive Podcast | Episode 011: Can Maine Still Disagree Without Silencing One Another?
What began as a political social media post became something much larger. In Episode 011 of The Maine Mirror Deep Dive Podcast, we explore the documented events surrounding the Maine GOP’s crayon post, the conversations it sparked across party lines, and the broader questions it raises about respectful disagreement, transparency, journalism, and whether Maine can still engage in meaningful public dialogue without silencing opposing voices.
Ryan Michaels, Kristina Parker, and the Comment That Disappeared | Can Maine Still Disagree Without Silencing One Another?
After questioning the timing of the Maine Republican Party’s crayon post following the Biddeford ICE shooting, Ryan Michaels invited Republicans to share their perspectives. The resulting discussion crossed party lines, until one respectful response was deleted and its author blocked. This feature examines the original posts, the public reactions, and what they reveal about political discourse, accountability, and whether respectful disagreement still has a place in Maine.