Arrest and incarceration have not slowed a steady increase in overdose deaths.
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Maine Voices: Journey from fist bumps back to handshakes hits some potholes
A simple social gesture once as common as waving now poses a dilemma when we meet someone new.
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Commentary: Community action is necessary for the survival of Maine youth
State funding should be redirected into providing better support for teens and their families and keeping them out of the juvenile justice system.
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Commentary: Future of Republican Party depends on more Republicans like Susan Collins
She has defended Liz Cheney and Mitt Romney – and she could form a Senate bloc of Republicans who are willing to seek bipartisan compromise.
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Maine Voices: It’s time to roll up our sleeves and assemble
To fight the pandemic, we need to assume the responsibility of superheroes.
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Sen. Farrin: Mills administration hasn’t earned our trust on COVID efforts
The data that state public health officials have given Mainers are inconsistent and inaccurate, leading us to wonder what else is being omitted.
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Commentary: Dark money erodes our trust in democracy – Maine’s senators can restore it
The For the People Act will ensure our state’s candidates don’t see a repeat of the deluge of outside spending that took place in 2020.
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Maine Voices: Let’s seize this opportunity to invest in all young people
Portland-area teens will benefit if we channel new COVID response funds into the places where they live, learn, work and play.
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Maine Voices: New U.S. intelligence report suggests how Maine can address global trends
We’re in a good position to improve the lives of people without college degrees, to welcome foreigners to a democratic society and to diversify our workforce.
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Commentary: Climate policies must create good-paying, quality jobs for an equitable Maine economy
Project labor agreements allow any contractor to bid – and they keep reputable contractors from being underbid by those who cut corners.