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Editorials

Published
February 23, 2015

Our View: Minimum wage too low, Wal-Mart decision shows

Low-wage workers need state and federal governments to follow the retailer's example.
Published
February 22, 2015

Our View: Spending plan good next step in fixing Riverview

Additional state funding will help address safety issues as the hospital tries to regain federal certification – and the $20 million a year that comes with it.
Published
February 22, 2015

Another View: ‘Shrinking pie’ used as excuse to avoid closer look at university system funding

Maine's public university campuses shouldn't be restructured into large-scale vocational schools.
Published
February 21, 2015

Our View: Offshore drilling is not the right move for Maine

There are other less risky ways the state can make the most of the energy we have.
Published
February 20, 2015

Our View: New England colleges to get lesson in Sustainability 101

Reaching out to students about 'responsibly harvested' seafood will benefit the Gulf of Maine fishery's long-term health.

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Published
February 20, 2015

Another View: To avert humanitarian crisis, resume remittances to Somalia

Administration officials should get funds flowing quickly to needy Somalis again.
Published
February 19, 2015

Another View: Amazon jumping the gun by opposing FAA drone regulation

The agency should move faster, but it's addressing its primary responsibility: the public safety.
Published
February 19, 2015

Our View: Expanded Narcan access bill puts people first

A provision that protects overdose witnesses who call 911 will ensure that more victims get help.
Published
February 18, 2015

Another View: Troop drawdown shows success in battle against Ebola

The 2,800 U.S. troops helping to fight the disease at its peak in Liberia will be cut back to all but 100 by the end of April.
Published
February 18, 2015

Our View: Jail reform must entail more than turning back the clock

Scrapping consolidation won't resolve the issues with Maine's county correctional system.