There are still too many holes for money to get into politics on the state and federal levels.
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OUR OPINION: Sports fees fine, but school can’t be ‘pay-to-play’
Fundraisers could offset some costs of athletics, by offering sponsorships, for example, for children of lower income families.
OUR OPINION: AG’s abortion lawsuit addresses valid concerns
Protesting that’s audible inside a private space is no longer free expression — it’s disruption.
OUR OPINION: Thumbs up, thumbs down
Lewiston’s international soccer team, Senate torture report, and used cellphones make the list this week.
OUR OPINION: LePage needs to help new tactic in war on drugs
Governor is stuck on idea that National Guard should help enforce drug laws, arrest abusers.
OUR OPINION: Homelessness among veterans a national scandal
If we have the will, Maine can join the states that have pledged to eliminate veteran homelessness.
OUR OPINION: LePage’s decisions put conservation efforts at risk
In one move after another, the governor has dismantled a framework that has protected Maine’s most valuable lands.
OUR OPINION: On teen suicide, heed the signs, and keep talking
Teenagers suffering thoughts of despair have to know they are not alone.
OUR OPINION: Portland minimum-wage vote no omen for statewide referendum
It’s wrong to assum that a rejection of a $15 base pay means voters would say no to $12.
OUR OPINION: Privatization could lead MDOT down unknown road
Mainers deserve more details about a proposed shift in oversight of the Casco Bay Bridge.