A longtime trooper’s allegations regarding a secretive state police intelligence unit demand answers.
Editorials
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.
Our View: Remove barriers to improve school meals programs
The outbreak forced schools to adapt, and the results show the worth of providing meals for all kids, no questions asked.
Our View: Federal aid needed on state and local level
Congress needs to act quickly to prevent massive public-sector layoffs and vital service cuts.
View from Away: Protect health care whistleblowers so they can protect us
Los Angeles Times (TNS)
View from Away: Work with the world on vaccine development
Star Tribune (Minneapolis) (TNS)
Our View: Numbers show COVID-19 is still circulating
Mainers must continue to follow guidelines in order to keep the virus at bay.
Our View: Maine haircuts attract quarantine breakers
The word is out in COVID hot spots that we’ve loosened our rules on barbers and stylists.
Our View: Risks of COVID-19 don’t fall the same on everyone
Low-income workers, particularly those deemed essential, have borne the brunt of the outbreak, and that will likely continue as businesses reopen.