A bailout of state and local governments would create more problems in the long run.
Editorials
View from Away: Trump fired another watchdog. If he’s ever going to be held accountable, voters will have to do it
Los Angeles Times (TNS)
Another View: Columnist too quick to link baiting, growth in Maine’s bear population
The likelier reason for the rise in the number of bears is the decline in the ranks of hunters.
Our View: Maine taking risk by not testing at prisons
Prisons remain one of the most likely places to see an outbreak.
View from Away: Tens of thousands of satellites would make for crowded space
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)
Our View: Census needs more time to complete count
In the meantime, more Mainers should fill out their forms, to reduce pressure on census workers in a challenging year.
Our View: Oversight for police ‘fusion center’ way overdue
Allegations against a secretive state police intelligence unit demand answers.
Our View: Oversight of Maine State Police ‘fusion center’ way overdue
A longtime trooper’s allegations regarding a secretive state police intelligence unit demand answers.
View from Away: The Electoral College is a blot on democracy. The Supreme Court shouldn’t make it worse
Los Angeles Times (TNS)
Our View: Steps to make social connection safer
Even though the virus is still spreading, people can expand their social circle if they are careful.