The state should not prioritize the enforcement of petty drug possession laws over saving lives.
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Our Opinion: Waterville’s problem bigger than one budget
It will take long-range planning to bring down the city’s tax rate.
Our Opinion: Maine missing in action during water crisis
Neighboring states are doing more to deal with the effects of the ongoing drought.
Our Opinion: Over-65 insurance tiff highlights other issues
A lack of housing in walkable neighborhoods means seniors must drive to stay independent.
Our Opinion: Gun debate should center on everyday violence
Stopping the rare madman is different than ending the systemic, entrenched violence in our society.
Our Opinion: LePage keeps flouting people’s right to know
There is a pattern throughout the administration of hiding public information, sometimes for no reason.
Our Opinion: CDC should share, not squelch, disease data
A state proposal to hide information on outbreaks would put people in danger.
Our Opinion: Court ruling shows need for public land
The public has no guarantee of access when the ownership of special spots change hands.
Our Opinion: Partisanship stalls fight against Zika
Congress went home without resolving a stalemate over how to fund effrots to fight the virus.
Our Opinion: Poor students low priority for higher education
Low-income students are underrepresented at colleges and universities.