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Published
May 4, 2015

Maine Voices: Benefits in store as New Market tax credits spur investment, jobs

We cannot lose sight of the fact that when used appropriately, the program is effective.
Published
May 3, 2015

Maine Voices: Concealed guns conceal emotions

The presence of firearms increases the risk of violence, accidental injury and unintended death.
Published
May 3, 2015

Maine Observer: Downsizing is just right for mini-me

Just call me 'The Queen of Shredding' and 'The Yard Sale Queen.'
Published
May 3, 2015

Barney Frank: Trade deal, equality go hand in hand

I have written before about the problem of the disconnect, the mistake of treating issues that are closely interlinked as if they were separate. President Obama’s approach to the issue of excessive inequality, unfortunately, is an example of this. He has been specific and thoughtful in proposals to diminish inequality. His budget includes a number […]
Published
May 3, 2015

Agree to Disagree: Smart or not smart? You decide

Phil: With all that is happening, it is clearly time for another edition of “Smart or Not Smart.” Ethan: How about I be smart this week and you be not smart? Phil: That would certainly be a change of pace. Here’s your first topic. Republican Sen. Roger Katz sponsored a bill to force Gov. Paul […]

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Published
May 2, 2015

Mike Tipping: LePage’s intransigence threatens key Efficiency Maine programs

Rather than support a quick fix of a typo, he and Republican House Leader Ken Fredette are trying to use a manufactured crisis to increase the governor's power.
Published
May 2, 2015

Maine Voices: To boost pedestrian safety, redesign Portland streets and hold drivers accountable

Careless motorists need to face penalties or legal action – and auto-centric policies need to be updated for bicyclists and walkers.
Published
May 2, 2015

Commentary: Prohibiting compulsory union dues would be wise move for Maine

Workers should not be forced to pay for representation they didn't ask for.
Published
May 1, 2015

M.D. Harmon: Assisted suicide never results in death with dignity

Sen. Roger Katz must not be allowed to give death another chance.
Published
May 1, 2015

Maine Voices: Betrayal marked the last days of the United States in Vietnam

A documentary offers a graphic display of the South Vietnamese collapse after they were left alone.