The Legislature should not hesitate to pass a bill from Senate President Troy Jackson to provide breakfast and lunch with no strings attached.
Editorials
Our View: A police killing that changed history
A new generation of activists emerged after George Floyd’s murder.
Our View: Stop tobacco companies from targeting youth
The Maine Legislature should ban flavored tobacco products, which are designed to create the next generation of smokers.
Our View: Maine should cut use of cash bail
County jails are full of people awaiting trial, mostly for minor offenses.
View from Away: Biden’s restrained response to worsening Israeli-Palestinian conflict falls short
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Our View: Clear night skies make the North Woods special
Land between Moosehead Lake and Baxter State Park this month became the first International Dark Sky Park in New England, a challenge as much as a celebration.
Our View: Collins should support independent Jan. 6 commission
The Maine Republican senator’s minor objections should not outweigh the danger of doing nothing in response to the insurrection.
Our View: Workforce issues continue to challenge Maine
The workforce shortage challenged nearly every industry here before the pandemic and there is no sign of a letup, even if the dynamics have changed some as a result of COVID.
Our View: Abortion rights under attack, in Maine and nation
Bills that would make it more difficult to terminate a pregnancy come before state legislators as the Supreme Court takes on Roe v. Wade.
Our View: Someone has to pay for use of plastic packaging
Plastic from packaging comes with an enormous cost to the environment and municipal waste programs.