The governor has wasted everybody’s time with his accusations against the popular program.
Editorials
OUR OPINION: Food banks’ rapid growth shows Maine falling short
When the state fails to do its job, nonprofits are asked to do more than they really can.
OUR OPINION: Don’t hang up on rural phone users
A bill under consideration would exempt Fairpoint from its responsibility as provider of last resort.
VIEW FROM AWAY: State prisons should follow Obama’s lead on solitary confinement
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Longer sentences no way to tackle drug epidemic
Harsher penalties have been proven not to work, but other initiatives show promise.
OUR OPINION: Time to halt drive against Planned Parenthood
Activists who made notorious videos against the group have been indicted themselves, but the damage is done.
OUR OPINION: No reason Maine should rush ahead on GMO labeling
The Legislature should keep the regional approach now in law, but drop the sunset provision.
OUR OPINION: Riverview needs faster resolution to staffing issues
Longer-term fixes are necessary, but first the stress on employees needs to be alleviated.
OUR OPINION: Solar power’s growth calls for new system
A compromise between small solar producers and utilities could head off a dangerous fight in Maine.