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Opinion columns from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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George Smith: Maine book inspires in fight against climate change
“Dangerous New World” is a collection of columns and poems on the issue from Maine writers.
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Commentary: Better, more affordable health insurance in store for Maine if Gov. Mills’ coverage bill becomes law
Contrary to a recent op-ed. a new bill won’t raise premiums, and it will capture savings, says Maine’s DHHS commissioner and insurance superintendent.
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Maine Compass: Let voters decide on the future of CMP, Emera Maine
A referendum is a way to act on a proposal to create a public utility while reducing the ability of investor-owned ones to kill it.
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Maine Compass: Hospitals back changes designed to attract rural doctors
The Legislature took action last year that will really pay off.
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Commentary: On Prohibition’s centennial, should we expect same trajectory for cannabis?
If the history of alcohol regulation is any guide, backers of federal pot legalization should persuade our leaders of the potential tax windfall.
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Maine Compass: We can end hunger in Maine in this decade
Partnerships on the state and local levels involving government and charitable organizations are needed to meet this important goal.
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Commentary: Mills’ health care plan is a good first step, but it may not be enough
Intricacies of the marketplace mean that insurance will become more expensive for most small groups and many middle-class families.
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The View From Here: A moderate case for Bernie Sanders
The Vermont left-winger might be best positioned to deliver the policies that moderates say they prefer.
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Maine Compass: UMaine System student workers are not a commodity – they are an investment
By blocking the student workforce from receiving minimum-wage hikes, the system favors its bottom line over its mission.