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Editorials

Published
May 25, 2011

Our View: Charter school billshould be made law

There are great things happening in Maine schools, and many students are getting very good educations.<br><br>But even the biggest boosters have to acknowledge that the public school system, as it currently operates, doesn't work for everyone, and too many students fail to graduate or finish unprepared for higher education or job training.
Published
May 25, 2011

Our View: It’s too bad we need a texting ban for drivers, but we do

While it should be obviously dangerous, many don't see why it's such a big deal.
Published
May 24, 2011

Our View: Health insurance law deserves chance to work

An effort to put it on hold pending a 'people's veto' disrespects voters' choices last November.
Published
May 24, 2011

Our View: Navy’s needs have priority over more local issues

BIW has built destroyers for a long time, so no one should be surprised when one needs to sail.
Published
May 23, 2011

Another View: Abandoning political parties won’t fix their faults

There are differences that matter between the parties, and politics is how we sort them out.

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Published
May 23, 2011

Our View: LePage has not made case for energy overhaul

A study is needed to look at why our costs are high and what can be done to control them.
Published
May 22, 2011

Our View: Scott D’Amboise reveals his lack of real values

The GOP Senate hopeful talks about high morals and then acts in totally opposite ways.
Published
May 22, 2011

Our View: This shoe doesn’t fit, due to a bureaucratic blunder

Soldiers' athletic shoes, unlike all their other gear, don't have to be U.S.-made. Why?
Published
May 21, 2011

Our View: Jobs for grads scarce, but college still worthwhile

There is a problem with our ability to produce jobs, not with the value of an education.
Published
May 20, 2011

Our View: Federal clarificationadds more confusion

It's good that U.S. Attorney Thomas Delahanty wanted to clarify his position when it comes to state and federal laws regarding medical marijuana. Imagine the confusion if he had wanted to muddy things up.<br><br>Until the Justice Department can provide more clarity, the Legislature should not further amend the law in any way that would provoke federal authorities to take action.