The independent analysts at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) said Thursday that there is no proposal in President Donald Trump’s budget that would supercharge economic growth — the president promised 3 percent per year — and balance the budget within a decade. Instead, they found a lot of question marks and missing details. The CBO […]
Editorials
Our View: Know there is help available for abuse victims
People who recognize dangerous behaviors should know there are people waiting by who know what to do.
Our View: Time for lawmakers to override solar veto
A modest change to the way power producers are paid is what an industry needs to expand.
Our View: With implied threat, Hamann crosses a line
After threatening violence on the president, the South Portland Democrat has an obligation to atone for the damage he’s done.
Our View: Cries of ‘fake news’ on Russia collapse under weight of hard facts
The question now is not whether the Trump campaign had contact with Russian officials, but how much.
Our View: Medical debt reporting needs more relaxing
Recent steps offer some relief, but a systemic change is necessary.
Our View: With opiates, ‘this crisis is getting worse, not better’
As opiate addiction continues to grow, the Legislature fails to act.
Our View: To get jobs of tomorrow, students need to know computer science
A new effort is trying to bring the subject to Maine high schools, who need to get on board.
Our View: Maine’s referendum process may never be the same
Lawmakers no longer trust the judgment of the voters who sent them to state government.