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Op-Eds
Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Opinion: Here’s a better way to lower hospital costs
Propping up a broken health care delivery system makes no sense when a public-centered plan costs less and delivers better care.
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Opinion: Legislature must fully fund the Maine Climate Corps
Already, the Maine Climate Corps has accomplished a lot with minimal funds. We can’t stop now.
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Maine Compass: Ban flavored tobacco to prevent addiction, and stand up for recovery
There is no freedom with addiction. Let’s show Maine youth that their future is worth fighting for by supporting L.D. 1215.
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Opinion: Transgender people are nothing to be afraid of
In an increasingly hostile environment, Maine should stand against political scapegoating.
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Opinion: An investment in trails is an investment in Maine
It’s not surprising that the $30 million Maine Trails Bond has widespread support.
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Douglas Rooks: Investing against the tide of global warming
A map shows that Maine is on fire. What are we going to do about it?
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Opinion: PFAS law will hinder Maine’s climate efforts
The current law has troubling ramifications for heat pumps. An amendment proposed by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection will make the law more workable.
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Opinion: Past time for Maine to limit ‘concept bills’
In short, the public should get to watch the ‘sausage’ being made.
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Maine Compass: Maine’s long-term care crisis isn’t imminent — it has arrived
Inadequate reimbursement rates, soaring inflation levels and rising costs all contribute to Maine’s long-term care facilities struggling to stay afloat.