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Maine Voices: Ignoring need for caution, mining bill moving at speed of industry

by Nickie Sekera From the Press Herald June 10, 2023June 9, 2023

The environment and human health are at risk under an amendment to L.D. 1363. It would allow the developer of a mineral deposit – like Plumbago North – to proceed under much-looser quarry rules.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Commentary: Allyship during Pride Month has to be a serious business

by Chris McLaughlin From the Press Herald June 9, 2023June 8, 2023

When LGBTQ youth live in communities that do not stigmatize their sexual orientation or gender identity, these young people not only survive, but thrive.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Commentary: There’s no place for hate in Maine

by Bev Uhlenhake and Julian Rogers From the Press Herald June 9, 2023June 8, 2023

Our fear is that homophobic, transphobic and xenophobic rhetoric is slowly becoming routine, even expected. Let’s work together to ensure that’s not the case.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Maine families need lawmakers to support child care industry

by The Editorial Board June 8, 2023June 7, 2023

A new report shows that most Mainers have trouble finding affordable, high-quality child care. It’s hurting everyone.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Commentary: Bills call for responsible development of Maine’s offshore wind industry

by Maureen Drouin and Francis Eanes From the Press Herald June 7, 2023June 6, 2023

L.D. 1818 and L.D. 1895 will put our priorities and our ideals into law and ensure that offshore wind is implemented in a way that doesn’t compromise our state’s values.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Commentary: As future ob-gyns, we believe paid leave will lead to happier, healthier Maine families

by Dr. Annika Hikade From the Press Herald June 7, 2023June 7, 2023

Paid family and medical leave will foster a stronger, more satisfied labor force by providing an attractive incentive for young people to live and work in Maine and protecting against women exiting the workforce altogether.