We can work together to dispel our feelings of helplessness, developing deeper connections to our neighbors and our town government in the process.
Siobhan Brett
Editorial Page Editor
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Commentary: It’s time we made Maine’s political leaders behave
Constitutional checks and balances have been castigated in our state. We must demand better.
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Commentary: Mainers deserve access to harm reduction health centers
If the purpose of the ‘war on drugs’ is to save lives and create public safety, it’s time to admit we’ve lost.
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Opinion: Business incentive tax giveaway not the program Maine needs
Gov. Mills’ proposed Dirigo Business Incentive Program focuses on the cost of doing business. The focus needs to be on supporting Maine’s workers.
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The Maine Millennial: Our state was not without slavery
Juneteenth is a hinge in the door of our history – Maine’s history, too.
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Opinion: Get the facts straight when debating solar programs
You want to talk about concerning subsidies and incentives? Let’s talk about fossil fuel.
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Jim Fossel: Legislative process on abortion was a total sham
Political theater like this wastes our time, energy and makes a mockery of democracy.
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Commentary: Maine law fails patients who need abortions later in pregnancy
As a scientist, I seek irrefutable answers to complex problems. As a physician, I witness a range of human experience that is intensely nuanced and calls for case-by-case judgment.
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Commentary: Maine Department of Transportation must take passenger rail seriously
With existing Amtrak service as the backbone, a revived system of passenger rail connections throughout southern Maine is possible.
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Commentary: In praise of Mal Leary’s 10 rules for good news reporting
Leary, who died recently at age 72 after a brief illness, was as formidable a teacher as he was a journalist.