Plastic waste and debris is a pressing concern for coastal communities like ours — harming marine ecosystems and leading to microplastics in our seafood. The bulk of single-use plastic products are associated with food service. Using reusable packaging instead of disposable packaging is both financially and environmentally responsible. Now is the time for Maine to […]
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Where is voters’ protection from super PAC contributions? | Letter
The concept of one person, one vote takes a backseat to the clout of those with deep pockets.
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I took democracy’s benefits for granted | Letter
I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived most of my 72 years knowing that our three branches of government provided us with protection against any single party or person assuming complete control over us. Along with that, our Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation were about the rule of law — not the […]
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Paper’s love of Platner is irresponsible | Letter
All of Maine’s Senate candidates deserve equal billing.
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Trump administration behaves unethically | Letter
How has such despicable, mean, unhinged, selfish, untruthful behavior coming from anyone — let alone the head of our country — become OK with so many people? Remember the McCarthy hearings, when something called decency actually mattered?Remember the importance of moral character, when ethical behavior was more expected and respected? When honesty had value? When […]
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It’s long past time to bring back parole in Maine | Letter
A hearing on a bill to reestablish the program is scheduled for Jan. 8.
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Criticism of Gov. Mills displays disturbing double standard | Letter
In his Dec. 21 column, “Janet Mills puts ICE cold ambition on display,” Jim Fossel accuses Gov. Janet Mills, who’s running for Senate, of ambition. Why is ambition a negative only when applied to female candidates? The same edition has a lengthy article about Graham Platner, who, despite zero political experience, is also running for […]
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Plugging into solar can help reduce our electric bills | Letter
As we are all painfully aware, electricity rates in Maine are among the highest in the nation, with prices forecast to continue to rise. The average Maine household pays nearly $140 per month to power their home. LD 1730 is a bill before the Maine Legislature that will allow for homeowners and renters to reduce […]
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An important alert for Medicare recipients | Letter
An under-the-radar initiative could have a significant impact on coverage decisions.
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Coalition-builder Pingree is the governor Maine needs | Letter
The former state legislator is the right leader for this moment.