August 1, 2015
columnists
Polls indicate many rethinking views about social issues, Clinton
As Hillary’s supports slips, Sanders’ rises, other Democratic names keep popping up.
Unless bonds released, public lands could go on the endangered list
Legislature has one last chance to force governor to release land-saving bonds.
Give the gun lobby its due: It gets results
But in spite of its strident call for more gun ownership, NRA can’t keep the monsters at bay.
Hiker’s record AT trek could have been positive event for Maine — but wasn’t
If Baxter State Park was more welcoming to visitors, economy around Millinocket and Maine might be better.
Medicare delivers savings, quality care and peace of mind to elderly
Since the ACA, Mainers with Medicare have saved more than $45 million on prescription drugs.
Better to prevent incarceration than to fix injustices behind bars
We must improve the ways in which we arrest, convict and imprison people to begin with.
Comparing Iran deal with ‘Munich’ overlooks some important details
Czechoslovakia had no resistance to Hitler’s invasion; Israel would fight back if Iran attacks.
Climate change already has affected the health of Maine residents in adverse ways
Lancet medical journal report focuses on the threats to human health, hoping for greater reaction than carbon dioxide emissions elicited alone.
Augusta construction projects are many, but important
Even with all the ‘dirt flying’ this construction season, the state still has a unmet transportation need of about $119 million per year.