opinion

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September 14, 2023

Commentary: What if the United States is not ripped apart?

The fighting and the meanness that we see daily in the news may be what the extremists believe and feel but not what 40% – even 50% – of Americans believe and feel.
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September 14, 2023

Peter Funt: Strike makes a humorless campaign even more so
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September 14, 2023

Commentary: Just who will take on the insatiable drug companies?

Those who could be most influential in bringing about change aren’t doing anything to achieve it.
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September 14, 2023

Maine Voices: Pine Tree Power critics have vastly exaggerated CMP’s, Versant’s likely cost

Federal filings, Maine law and regulations and the current market for public utility assets do not support the $13.5 billion figure cited in opponents’ ads.
Published
September 13, 2023

Just a Little Old: It’s all about the teamwork

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September 13, 2023

Christine Flowers: An even application of justice would be appreciated
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September 13, 2023

Michael Reagan: It really can happen here
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September 13, 2023

Commentary: Much thought led to recommending Sears Island for offshore wind port

Of the sites under consideration, it’s the cheapest to develop, it wouldn’t require dredging and it’s specifically designated as a potential port.
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September 13, 2023

Commentary: We must continue to strengthen mental health services for Maine’s kids

Don’t allow our youth experiencing behavioral and mental health crises to continue to languish in emergency rooms and jails.
Published
September 13, 2023

Our View: Settlement should be used to repair damage from opioid addiction

Companies that brought about the crisis will pay tens of millions of dollars to Maine. We must use it the right way.