Developing community-based programs is the surest way to shut down Maine’s youth prison.
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Maine Voices: Antiquated car testing standards boost risk of injury, death for women
After a freak accident turned freak injury, research leads a college student to conclude that we won’t have safer vehicles until we have better crash test dummies.
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Commentary: Online registration would strengthen Mainers’ ability to vote
Passing L.D. 1126 will enable more people to participate in our democracy, making our representation stronger.
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Maine Voices: The unexpected COVID-19 vaccine side effect – ‘I’m not crying, you’re crying’
I was prepared for a sore arm or flu-like symptoms, but I was not ready for the wave of emotion after the year tumbled down on me.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: State budget delivers much-needed stability to Maine
Partisan rivalry should not be allowed to get in the way of the steady operation of government.
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Commentary: What makes high-quality child care, and why is it so important right now?
A central Maine program that models best early education practices has proven outcomes for our youngest children, their families and the workforce.
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Commentary: For the well-being of all Mainers, let’s reinvest in Land for Maine’s Future
Supporting the LMF bond will conserve working forests, build recreation infrastructure, protect the climate and give more people access to nature’s benefits.
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Our View: Girls’ sports in Maine don’t need trans athlete ban
The Legislature is considering a heavy-handed fix to an invented problem.
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Sen. Breen: The ‘Back to Basics’ Budget gives Mainers the stability to rebuild
Maine lawmakers should fund essential services now and keep the government running while debating any new spending or policies.
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Our View: Transit plan lays out route for Maine’s future
Combining reform of local land-use ordinances with beefed-up public transportation, the Portland area could meet some difficult challenges.