L.D. 1679 addresses what is both a moral issue and a policy issue in a way that will save Maine millions.
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Maine Voices: A car crash left me paralyzed. Home care workers let me work, support my family
When caregivers have economic stability, people with disabilities do, too. Maine’s senators should listen to people like me who support the American Jobs Plan.
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Commentary: LGBTQ Americans have the right to raise children
A Philadelphia agency is prioritizing religion over children’s safety by arguing for government funding while excluding LGBTQ potential foster and adoptive parents.
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Commentary: Changes to vital Maine program will erode solar’s economic, environmental benefits
The Legislature should protect net energy billing, which is creating jobs, sustaining businesses and moving us closer to our carbon-reduction goals.
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Maine Voices: Employees deserve their day in court
I got fired for trying to protect workers from COVID-19, and forced arbitration meant I couldn’t do anything about it. L.D. 1711 would help fix that.
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Maine Voices: Legislators must take action to keep prescription drug prices in line
Lawmakers should not yield to intimidation from those who profit by jacking up prices on medicines Mainers need.
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Rep. Caiazzo: Ballot question must present Maine voters with clear choices on NECEC
This fall’s referendum proposes three different changes to state law, so it should be separated into three questions.
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Commentary: Maine legislators out of touch with what teachers and students need
Despite a year of learning from the pandemic, Augusta has stifled education innovation in order to steamroll party orthodoxy.
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Maine Voices: The economics of search – the special case of buying a mattress
So many choices. So much information. Such great potential for buyer’s remorse. Who can a consumer trust?
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Maine Voices: Background check bill would save lives, prevent future tragedies in Maine
L.D. 999 would require that a background check is completed before two strangers engage in the sale of a firearm.