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Poverty

Published
December 1, 2019

Maine Compass: U.S. future role in climate fight uncertain as U.N. summit nears

The U.S. will be able to leave the Paris accord Nov. 4, 2020. What will that mean for the other countries at next week's gathering?
Published
November 22, 2019

Money for all: Panel to explore idea of basic income payments for Mainers

A special legislative panel that's set to hold its first meeting Friday will consider the kind of system that other nations and states are trying to combat poverty.
Published
October 13, 2019

The View From Here: Poor People’s Campaign sheds light on poverty in Maine

Federal poverty figures don't tell the whole story about economic insecurity and its causes.
Published
October 7, 2019

Our View: Child poverty needs more than a growing economy

One of the greatest periods of economic growth has not kept millions of American children from living lives on the brink.
Published
September 6, 2019

Our View: Maine taking right route on early education

The next few years will be crucial in establishing high-quality pre-kindergarten programs throughout the state.

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Published
August 5, 2019

Our View: Kids in foster care being left behind

A new housing program has potential, but help needs to reach these vulnerable children much sooner.
Published
July 26, 2019

Our View: Housing costs for workers out of control

For millions of American workers, affordable housing is nowhere to be found.
Published
July 23, 2019

Thousands of Mainers could lose food stamps under Trump administration plan

The new rule would prohibit states from automatically enrolling people who are eligible for other welfare benefits.
Published
July 4, 2019

Our View: A city’s plan to turnaround a neighborhood

Lewiston is taking on crushing poverty, and other Maine communities should take notice.
Published
June 28, 2019

Maine Voices: Trump administration’s efforts to save coal are a slap in the face to humanity

Fossil fuel-driven climate change will have a particularly devastating impact on the poor and on future generations.