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Robert B. Charles, National Spokesman, AMAC at AMAC

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Robert B. Charles

National Spokesman, AMAC

AMAC Staff Writing since 2019 @Bobby4Maine Website

1,599

Articles published

7

Years with AMAC

9

Topics covered

Aug 25, 2026

Latest article

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1,599 articles

Politics

The Rules of Good Media Relations: Why Honesty, Respect, and Accountability Matter

Drawing on firsthand experience in public service, the article argues that honest, respectful relationships between government officials and the press are essential to accountability and constitutional government.

Jul 22, 2026

Elections

Maine Democrats Face Backlash After Party Insiders Override Voters

An examination of Maine Democrats' recent Senate nomination controversy argues that party insiders have undermined democratic principles and voter confidence through a series of controversial decisions.

Jul 21, 2026

Politics

Colin Powell’s Leadership Lessons: Why Kindness Was His Greatest Strength

A firsthand story reveals how Colin Powell's genuine kindness, humility, and attention to people made him an extraordinary leader whose example continues to inspire generations.

Jul 20, 2026

Politics

Finding God in Robert Frost's Poetry

Reflecting on Robert Frost's poem For Once, Then, Something, this essay explores faith, hope, and the lifelong search for God's presence through life's fleeting moments of insight and wonder.

Jul 17, 2026

Politics

Why Reading Is More Important Than Ever

From Theodore Roosevelt to timeless novels and biographies, the simple habit of reading enriches the mind, sparks imagination, and offers a lifelong source of wisdom, peace, and personal growth.

Jul 16, 2026

Politics

Maine Disgrace - “Steepest Decline in Child Well-Being”

A new Kids Count report ranks Maine as having the nation's steepest decline in child well-being since 2019, raising questions about education, health, and the state's leadership priorities.

Jul 15, 2026

Politics

Earned, Never Given

Inspired by the U.S. Marine Corps motto "Earned, Never Given," this commentary explores how personal responsibility, hard work, and self-reliance can strengthen individuals and the nation.

Jul 14, 2026

Politics

The Blue Angels

Watching the Navy's Blue Angels is more than an airshow—it is a powerful reminder that discipline, excellence, and high standards remain achievable through dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment.

Jul 13, 2026

Travel & Lifestyle

Before the Moon Landing

The week before Apollo 11 launched, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins completed final preparations while accepting the extraordinary risks of history's most ambitious mission to the Moon.

Jul 10, 2026

Travel & Lifestyle

Two Cent Piece

A worn 1864 two-cent piece becomes a window into America's Civil War, Abraham Lincoln's leadership, and the origins of the nation's enduring motto, "In God We Trust."

Jul 9, 2026

Travel & Lifestyle

The Week...After July 4

The Declaration of Independence changed America on July 4, 1776, but the days that followed were just as consequential. From Dunlap broadsides to Washington's troops, the Revolution quickly shifted from words to action.

Jul 8, 2026

Faith

What is Selfless Service?

Selfless service defines America's character, from military members and first responders to healthcare professionals and caring neighbors. Their sacrifices remind us that serving others is one of our nation's greatest strengths.

Jul 7, 2026