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Maine Voices

Published
November 1, 2015

Maine Voices: Allow inmates the power of a pen

Yes, many have made bad choices, but we must not ban them from writing to the outside about their experiences.
Published
October 30, 2015

Maine Voices: New federal rule spells trouble for small businesses that hire outside services

Making companies liable for the labor practices of their vendors and subcontractors is harmful in numerous ways.
Published
October 29, 2015

Maine Voices: Maine continues to lead nation in efforts to fight abuse of food stamps

If a $5,000 asset threshold is approved, Maine would be the first Northeastern state to require applicants to undergo a means test.
Published
October 28, 2015

Maine Voices: If waitresses earned a decent minimum wage, our dignity might get a raise

When you are sexually harassed in a restaurant yet depend on tips, it's  harder to voice a protest.
Published
October 27, 2015

Maine Voices: $15-an-hour minimum wage unhealthy for Maine Medical Center – and its mission

Higher personnel costs could adversely affect the hospital's ability to provide charitable care.

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Published
October 26, 2015

Maine Voices: Port authority says Question 2 bad for commerce, waterfront alike

Giving a small number of people the power to block progress to protect views is a formula for paralysis.
Published
October 25, 2015

Maine Voices: Clean water is lifeline to livelihood

Our congressional delegation needs to back the EPA's Clean Water Rule as tourists will stay away if waterways are polluted.
Published
October 25, 2015

Maine Voices: How we address public issues more divisive than the issues themselves

Rancor and manipulation may win victories, but at what cost? Let's try respectful conversation.
Published
October 24, 2015

Maine Voices: Funding for safer roads, stronger economy goes to voters Nov. 3

Years of chronic underfunding have left Maine's transportation system in rough shape.
Published
October 23, 2015

Maine Voices: Vote against Clean Election Initiative to protect Maine’s economy

Question 1 on the statewide ballot contains language to eliminate business tax incentives that Maine needs to stay competitive.