In actuality, they make things more dangerous, something one small Maine town should consider in possibly adopting its own ordinance.
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Maine needs to implement time-of-use electricity rates | Opinion
A well-thought-out plan can save working families in Maine money by reducing the stress on our regional electricity system.
Maine’s budget invests in families and communities | Opinion
While Republicans in Washington have focused on cutting funding for critical programs, Democrats here in Maine have much different priorities.
Let’s work together to protect Maine’s children | Opinion
Safe Homes Awareness Month is the perfect opportunity get serious on safety for our kids.
Maine needs a new governor who will fight for the working class | Opinion
We at the Maine AFL-CIO believe that former Senate President Troy Jackson can be that governor.
It’s time to stop the Canada chatter | Opinion
Instead of writing unsolicited letters, state Sen. Joe Martin’s energies could be better spent focusing on issues right here at home in Maine.
‘From away’ shouldn’t be an insult for those who choose to live in Maine | Steve Collins
It’s actually just a way of saying we’re an attractive enough place that people want to come, some to stay.
A new arms race in space must be stopped in its tracks | Opinion
A new treaty banning all weapons in space is the only way to prevent a future calamity.
The road back to the mountaintop needs to start right here | Opinion
We need to draw inspiration from our country’s civil rights icons in standing up and taking action against the Trump administration’s ongoing injustices and cruelty.
When we turn our backs on mRNA, we turn our backs on the future | Opinion
Pull the plug now, and we stall work on vaccines for flu, RSV, malaria, HIV — and cancers.