We need everyone to look the excesses of the Trump administration straight in the eye and say, ‘No.’
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Opinion: America’s financial watchdog itself now needs protection
The weighty-dollar work of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is under attack by political ideologues.
Opinion: Rail versus trail is not the debate for Maine
The state desperately needs both rail and trail. Pitting these modes against each other will only undermine them both.
Opinion: Unlike Joshua Chamberlain, Gov. Mills chose the wrong hill to die on
Maine’s most famous Civil War leader helped save a nation. Gov. Janet Mills has taken a completely different path.
Opinion: Our kids need better protection in digital spaces
App store-level verification is a uniform, simple approach to online safety. Congress should make it happen.
Opinion: Not even President Trump can control developmental biology
When people live in an atmosphere of respect for a broad array of abilities and experiences, they can flourish. The converse causes damage.
Opinion: USAID is good for the world, the country and Maine
Foreign recipients of U.S. assistance view our country favorably. Goodwill helps make and strengthen friendships.
Opinion: Maine Sea Grant cut is a political punishment
The decision to withdraw funding has nothing to do with government efficiency. It has nothing to do with high school teams. It doesn’t even have to do with fishing.
Opinion: Now is the time to strengthen access to family planning in Maine
All Mainers deserve access to this essential care. A bill co-sponsored by the Democratic legislative leadership stands to help.
Opinion: Maine’s female athletes deserve fair play, not fanaticism
On the issue of transgender participation in girls’ sports, common sense needs to carry the day.