We really don’t need any more contention on this most sensitive of subjects.
Editorials
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Our View: Maine finally turns a corner on public defense
After years of unacceptable neglect, the state now has three offices dedicated to representing people who can’t afford to pay for legal counsel.
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Our View: Attacks on shield law are nothing more than election-year posturing
The effort by 16 Republican attorneys general to intimidate Maine out of a sound idea needs to be seen for exactly what it is.
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Our View: Voting against affordable housing? In this economy?
The rejection of a proposal for an affordable housing project in Cumberland exposes the stubbornness – and shortsightedness – of self-interest.
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Our View: Ban on ‘unauthorized’ paramilitary groups simply should not be a hard sell
By waffling over a sensible proposal for which there is ample precedent nationally, legislators are letting Maine down.
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Our View: Investing in Maine trails promises a rich return
The great outdoors is our state’s greatest asset by far. With the right investment, our trails can pay major social, cultural and economic dividends.
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View from Away: NATO alliance serves nation well, contrary to what Trump says
In a few weeks, Scope Arena in Norfolk, Va., will be busy with activity as the city holds its annual NATO Festival, the longest continuous festival on the Hampton Roads calendar. It pays tribute to our region’s unique status as the home to NATO’s only command operations in North America. Owing to that long and […]
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Our View: Stubborn devotion to highway building must be stubbornly questioned
More highway lanes, more cars, more traffic. Elsewhere: 24-year-old deregulation of electricity supply has tens of millions to answer for.
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Our View: When it comes to feelings on the economy, housing looms large
Too many Americans are paying too much for housing.
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View from Away: Defense secretary must rebuild trust after unexpected absence
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin last week took responsibility for not notifying the White House when he was hospitalized at the beginning of January, an important first step in rebuilding trust with President Joe Biden, Congress and the American people. While Austin’s desire to keep his medical situation private is understandable, this was a severe breach […]