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Published
February 11, 2022

Maine Voices: End racial profiling on Maine’s highways

A bill before the Legislature could give law enforcement fewer pretexts to make questionable stops.
Published
February 11, 2022

Commentary: Stop fossil fuel leasing on America’s public lands

This step – which President Biden could take at any time – will help prevent climate disaster and improve the health of our planet and our communities.
Published
February 10, 2022

Our View: Gov. Mills’ State of the State comes at a confusing time in pandemic

Many are ready to give up on COVID restrictions even as infections rage. How will the governor handle the months ahead?
Published
February 10, 2022

Maine Voices: Protect Maine elections from foreign influence

A citizen initiative would close the loopholes that leave our referendum system vulnerable to abuse from overseas governments.
Published
February 10, 2022

Commentary: Moderate Republicans could save voting rights by following Bob Dole’s lead

Dole compromised to stand up for a government elected by all eligible Americans. Now senators like Lisa Murkowski, Mitt Romney or Susan Collins must do the same.

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Published
February 9, 2022

Leonard Pitts: The Jan. 6 rioters are no ‘ordinary citizens’

The resolution adopted last week marks the first time in print that the Republican Party’s governing body has normalized political violence.
Published
February 9, 2022

Our View: Expanding Good Samaritan law will save Maine lives

Just a few minutes can make all the difference when calling for medical help during a drug overdose.
Published
February 9, 2022

Maine Voices: It’s time to let Mainers decide on equal rights for all

Twenty-six states have already passed some form of an equal rights amendment.
Published
February 8, 2022

Another View: Community groups ready to partner with Maine schools on climate education

The organizations were added to L.D. 1902 specifically to help low-resource districts tap into competitive funding sources.
Published
February 8, 2022

Our View: Ashley Bryan lived a life full of art

The longtime Maine resident died last week at the age of 98 after a lifetime spent creating and inspiring.