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Published
November 17, 2021

Maine Voices: It’s past time to see climate change education for the urgent need it is

With the Maine Legislative Council’s support Nov. 18, the full Legislature can consider advancing this key priority.
Published
November 17, 2021

Maine Med president: How to help ensure that MMC will still be there for you

Get vaccinated, demand investment in caregiver education and mental health, and support a funding model that will boost pay for CNAs.
Published
November 16, 2021

Commentary: Dementia emergencies will cause the next hospital crisis

Are we ready for large numbers of people acting in ways that risk immediate harm caused by a serious disease?
Published
November 16, 2021

Maine Voices: Mazer: We all want Portland to be a thriving city

The loser in a very tight race for a seat on the City Council thanks his supporters as well as his opponents for the recent campaign.
Published
November 15, 2021

Maine Voices: Adult survivors of child sexual abuse can now come forward

A change in Maine law has lifted the statute of limitations for abusive acts committed against people born before Aug. 11, 1970.

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Published
November 14, 2021

Maine Voices: COVID’s vulnerable tribe numbers in the tens of millions

When people assert their right to ignore public health guidance, they put the immunosuppressed – like me – at risk.
Published
November 14, 2021

Commentary: Was the climate change conference in Glasgow a success?

It accomplished a lot, though the national goals don’t cut emissions enough to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Published
November 14, 2021

Insight: Help needed for the struggling class

The federal poverty line does not capture the economic hardship that half of Americans face.
Published
November 14, 2021

The Maine Millennial: Better ways to break a tie

A Portland City Council race shows we should be more prepared the next time voters don’t produce a winner on Election Day.
Published
November 14, 2021

Jim Fossel: Maine power line issue puts both parties on defense

The big vote on Question 1 could open an electoral corridor for an independent candidate for governor next year.