US doesn’t have more crime than other countries, but our crimes are more violent.
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OUR OPINION: Thumbs up, thumbs down
Paper industry job losses, help for home health aides in the news this week.
OUR OPINION: DeCoster gives plenty of reason not to be trusted
His history of serious and repeated violations means he belongs in jail, not running a farm.
OUR OPINION: Federal action on medical marijuana the fair and compassionate thing to do
Congress should pass the CARERS Act so patients can get the help they need.
OUR OPINION: Seven donors highlight power of deep pockets
Groups and individuals don’t have to spend a lot of money to make a difference in Maine.
OUR OPINION: LePage’s public records dodge flouts law’s intent
Just because they are handwritten doesn’t make the governor’s frequent letters ‘personal.’
OUR OPINION: Lack of tax-incentive oversight leaves taxpayers at risk
Nine years after a report showed Maine is not doing enough to assess its economic development plans, there has been little progress.
OUR OPINION: Fresh thinking needed on ‘green’ senior living
Affordable, energy-efficient homes are striking a chord — but the state should help with transit.
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Vacant building ordinance, safety for visitors to farms, gaps in government record-keeping in the news this week.
OUR OPINION: LePage’s drug summit should not end with same old plan
Law enforcement officials are increasingly open to working with treatment providers, and the governor should listen.