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Published
May 26, 2021

Commentary: Charter Commission race makes dysfunction in Portland politics even clearer

Noting the strain of funding and running his campaign as an hourly worker, Anthony Emerson also says that a divisive mailer has prevented discussion of key city issues.
Published
May 26, 2021

Maine Voices: U.S. economy appears poised for post-pandemic boom

Today’s government spending and economic climate have striking similarities to World War II.
Published
May 25, 2021

Commentary: District 3 Portland Charter Commission candidate finds endorsement divisive

A mailer sent out by People First Charter doesn’t reflect the complexity of the race or the message of his campaign, Zack Barowitz says.
Published
May 25, 2021

Commentary: Maine kids deserve healthy futures – ban flavored tobacco now

If L.D. 1550 is passed into law, it would be a game changer for every child tempted by sweet, minty flavors and quickly caught up in addiction.
Published
May 25, 2021

Maine Voices: Reimagining higher education to help ensure a bright economic future for Maine

To power a vibrant economy, inclusive education and workforce investments and strong partnerships are critical.

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Published
May 23, 2021

The Maine Millennial: New love on the road

From Buxton to Brunswick and back every day, a new companion makes the trip more fun.
Published
May 23, 2021

Insight: 100 years of immigration mistakes

A century-old law, inspired by discredited pseudoscience, has created President Biden’s border problems.
Published
May 23, 2021

The View From Here: Some tricks of memory

Our minds are not computers, and memories are not data stored in files waiting to be recalled.
Published
May 23, 2021

Maine Voices: The rain in Maine is a blessing – so why don’t news stations act like it?

Their constant anti-precipitation campaign shows they’re out of touch with hundreds of thousands of Mainers, the natural world and the climate crisis.
Published
May 23, 2021

Jim Fossel: Maine doesn’t need to ban Airbnb

Towns and cities already have the tools they need to regulate short-term rentals.