The tragedy in Charleston was the latest in a long series of acts of racial violence.
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OUR OPINION: Drop in abortion rate is result of better health insurance
Improved access to the best methods of contraception, not increased restrictions, pushes the abortion rate down.
OUR OPINION: Medical fundraising no cure for safety net issues
A better answer is necessary to solve what is a systemic problem with the cost of health care.
OUR OPINION: Aging drivers not calamity on roads we were expecting
More senior housing in walkable developments is needed to keep this positive trend moving.
OUR OPINION: Maine delegation should support north woods national park
Mainers in the Katahdin region and beyond are backing a national park proposal that has little to no downside.
OUR OPINION: Maine GOP promotes false choices on budget
Tax cutting is framing the debate, not the wish to keep one program from crowding out others.
OUR OPINION: Legislators should step up, ease aid to asylum seekers
A court ruling makes a case for a bill allowing these immigrants to access emergency relief.
OUR OPINION: Thumbs up, thumbs down
‘Puppy mill’ bill, veterans benefits make the news this week.
OUR OPINION: Maine should be prepared if court rules against ACA
A bill now before the Legislature is sensible and appropriate, and should be put in place before a Supreme Court decision comes down.
OUR OPINION: LePage puzzles by taking ball, going home
By withdrawing nominations, the governor failed in his role to lead a functional government.