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Published
December 17, 2021

Maine Voices: State’s HOPE program helped me chart path to success

Thanks to Sara Gideon’s investment, more families like mine will have the support they need to pursue education and training beyond high school.
Published
December 16, 2021

Maine Voices: The historic change that’s become the new normal

The Maine law legalizing same-sex marriage took effect Dec. 29, 2012. A lot of people are happier – and the fabric of society remains intact.
Published
December 16, 2021

Commentary: First Amendment protects our right to live our freedoms

On the 230th anniversary of the amendment’s official adoption, let’s consider why the freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition were bundled together.
Published
December 15, 2021

Commentary: Congress slouches as Postal Service workers hustle

If passed, the Postal Reform Act would strengthen a public service whose mission is to provide universal, affordable service.
Published
December 15, 2021

Rep. Pingree: Infrastructure bill win-win for our economy, environment

Now Congress must pass the Build Back Better Act to keep pace with other nations on social supports.

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Published
December 15, 2021

Maine Voices: Maine’s Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit exceeds expectations

Judged efficient and effective in a state report, the program promotes growth that builds on our heritage while enhancing our future.
Published
December 14, 2021

Maine Voices: Our state’s clean-energy economy will benefit from infrastructure bill

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help us build a stronger and more resilient workforce.
Published
December 14, 2021

Cumberland DA Sahrbeck: Let’s continue with our progress in criminal justice reform

I’m seeking reelection to effect not only cash bail reform and decarceration but also preventive measures to help people avoid the criminal justice system.
Published
December 13, 2021

Maine Voices: CMP is a sore loser following corridor vote

Even project supporters like Gov. Mills want the construction to cease, following the Nov. 2 vote.
Published
December 12, 2021

Jim Fossel: Supreme Court could make abortion an issue for the states

Even if Roe is overturned, reproductive rights still will be subject to an often-messy democratic process.