Legislators have a choice in this year’s budget: invest in solutions that keep families together or let high rents drive them into crisis.
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On behalf of my transgender daughter, I’m dreading November in Maine | Opinion
A vote against her participation in school sports would have devastating effects. Please support her and others at the ballot box.
If we want things to improve, we will have to be civil | Opinion
When we’re shouting over one another, we can’t make progress.
We must not cap what Maine hospitals can charge | Opinion
If passed, a bill capping charges to commercial insurers will result in hospital closures, diminished care for patients and decreased economic activity. No margin, no mission.
Northern Maine is a very fine place for a data center | Opinion
To Van Buren and beyond!
Nirav Shah’s performance during the pandemic was a disappointment | Opinion
Maine’s next governor must be fair and data-based in a crisis. I don’t think Shah can be that governor.
Angus King is right about war with Iran | Steve Collins
Maine’s junior senator has some serious questions about the Trump administration’s handling of the conflict. So do I.
In confronting domestic violence, Maine must focus on men | Opinion
Too many women are in jeopardy and too many men are striking out. It may be time for a new approach.
Maine needs to do what is right for the next generation of workers | Opinion
Making free community college permanent and getting serious about the skilled trades are good places to start.
Political polling in Maine is big news. I’m urging caution. | Opinion
Although it’s hard to get excited about the ins and outs of sample sizing and the margin of error, we must take care not to put excess credence in topline results.