The law does not accomplish its goal, and makes many ordinary Mainers into criminals.
Editorials
Our View: Prisoner’s release raises question about system
A 25-year-old conviction cannot stand up after the case is exposed to reasonable scrutiny.
Our View: Unfounded fears, lack of response drive whooping cough outbreaks
Parents worried about the safety of vaccines should talk to their doctor.
Our View: Real ID reversal a sign of the times
Lawmakers were right to stand up to federal pressure, but the fight is too big for Maine alone.
Our View: Step up support for legal aid providers
No one should go hungry or homeless for lack of representation.
Our View: More needs to be done to spread word on risks of well water
Many Mainers are being exposed to arsenic without their knowledge.
View from Away: Reversing a culture of abuse at USA Gymnastics
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Our View: Immigration enforcement actions only make matters worse
It is unclear just who the Trump administration is targeting for deportation, making everyone feel unsafe.
Our View: Lawmakers should study tipped wage, not cut it
It would be premature to change the new minimum-wage law before seeing if it works.