Nirav Shah’s performance during the pandemic was a disappointment | Opinion
Maine’s next governor must be fair and data-based in a crisis. I don’t think Shah can be that governor.
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Angus King is right about war with Iran | Steve Collins
Maine’s junior senator has some serious questions about the Trump administration’s handling of the conflict. So do I.
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In confronting domestic violence, Maine must focus on men | Opinion
Too many women are in jeopardy and too many men are striking out. It may be time for a new approach.
Maine needs to do what is right for the next generation of workers | Opinion
Making free community college permanent and getting serious about the skilled trades are good places to start.
Political polling in Maine is big news. I’m urging caution. | Opinion
Although it’s hard to get excited about the ins and outs of sample sizing and the margin of error, we must take care not to put excess credence in topline results.
When it comes to ranked choice voting, Maine has unfinished business | Opinion
It’s time to expand the system to include the gubernatorial election.
The ‘theme’ of my column evolves with me | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
A column on what this column is and how it’s done. Meta!
The Trumpstein class is solidifying its power. What are the rest of us going to do about it? | Opinion
For years, President Trump has said that ‘the system’ is rigged. He’s right about that — and wrong about who’s doing the rigging.
Sea farming preserves Maine’s marine heritage. Stop squeezing it out. | Opinion
Restrictive aquaculture ordinances jeopardize working waterfront communities.
Maine shows up for returns of Cooper Flagg, Jayson Tatum
The first pro game at TD Garden for Flagg, a Newport native, was also the first game of the season for Boston star Jayson Tatum.
The US men’s hockey team can’t have it both ways | Opinion
When they thought the cameras weren’t rolling, the Olympic gold medalists changed their tune on their female counterparts.
Trump goes bold on Iran. Is he prepared for the consequences? | Jim Fossel
The president has shown Russia and China that he’s not afraid of them. Although I think that’s a good thing, what comes next is an open question.
Janet Mills is focused on tribal sovereignty — just not in the way you think | Opinion
Yes, the governor came out in support of tribal gaming. The 1980 Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act, however, lingers on.
Sarah Talon of Windham a leader for the Maine women’s basketball team
The senior is playing the best basketball of her career to help the Black Bears reach the America East semifinals.
Sustaining the Maine Free College Scholarship is a no-brainer | Opinion
If we want to strengthen our economy and our labor market, we have to make sustained support for this program a priority.
War is no longer terrible, so we have grown fond of it | Opinion
As we keep seeing, it’s all become far too easy, too slick and too distant.
Now’s the time for a public power authority in Maine | Douglas Rooks
It’s a big undertaking — and a necessary one.
NECEC conservation plan will not protect Maine’s mature forests | Opinion
As professional foresters, we’re astonished by the commercial forestry proposed for more than 80% of the conservation area.
The York/ Biddeford/ OOB co-op hockey team finds glory in year one
After Wednesday’s regional final win, the team will play in Saturday’s Class B state championship.
Jaycie Christopher reignited her basketball passion with USM women’s basketball
The former Miss Maine Basketball sparked the Huskies’ run to the conference title and the Division III tournament.
No, Graham Platner and Janet Mills are not polar opposites | Opinion
By dismissing Graham Platner’s youth and campaign style, people are only helping the Republican cause.
Gov. Mills has the right stuff to be Maine’s next senator | Letter
Democrats, independents and supporters of the Grand Old Republican Party should find themselves in agreement here.
Are we going to stand by while our rivers run dry? | Opinion
Are we going to let it get to the point where soldiers stand guard around reservoirs? Where people stand in line with empty bottles for a drink of clean water?
Cumberland County must sever all ties with ICE | Opinion
It’s time the county formally ends the agreement that supports cooperation with the federal agency.
Maine must choose between fear and community safety | Opinion
In the face of increased immigration enforcement activity in the state, we need to make a conscious choice to protect our neighbors.
Democrats must not be ruled out of Maine’s 2nd District race | Steve Collins
Paul LePage probably shouldn’t start apartment shopping in D.C. just yet.
How to bring more Canadian tourists — and more jobs — to Maine | Opinion
A one-year suspension of the lodging tax for our neighbors to the north would help keep Maine competitive.