The success of public colleges and universities relies on public trust. We must not let that trust wane, says USM’s president.
Siobhan Brett
Editorial Page Editor
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Our political leaders must learn to give a little to get a little
To stand alone in Washington, D.C., must be hard. It’s also never been more necessary.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: House Republicans more devoted to infighting than governing
Maine should not need to turn to its Rainy Day fund to cover any shortfall forced on us for the sake of regressive political ends.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine Clean Trucks proposal carries major economic and environmental benefits
The rule is reasonable and not one-size-fits-all; it will never rush a zero-emission vehicle into a heavy-duty job it’s not ready for.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Trump is rotten but shouldn’t be kicked off the ballot
If people don’t want him back in the White House, it’s simple: Don’t vote for him.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Significant bipartisan breakthroughs seldom make headlines
My first legislative session featured several impressive examples of cross-party collaboration. Why wasn’t more made of them?
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Remember the inestimable power of a good and caring teacher
From a portable classroom on the grounds of Sanford High School, Bill Ferguson – Ferg or Fergie, to his students – showed me the light.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Beware the sweeping promises of Pine Tree Power
The amount of money that will be sunk into any transition concerns me – and that’s without getting into the politics of it all.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Church gives us a shot at community – and community is what we need
If you’re not interested in churchgoing, you can find or make a ‘church’ of your own that connects you to other people.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Above all, Maine needs welcoming communities
Asylum seekers need more than work permits to succeed.