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Published
April 2, 2021

Commentary: Which superhero should we call if the Suez gets blocked again? An expert weighs in

If only we could have unplugged the vital shipping route just by calling on one of the superpowerful. A physicist shares ideas on how that might work.
Published
April 2, 2021

Maine Voices: The unexpected COVID-19 vaccine side effect – ‘I’m not crying, you’re crying’

I was prepared for a sore arm or flu-like symptoms, but I was not ready for the wave of emotion after the year tumbled down on me.
Published
April 1, 2021

Our View: State budget delivers much-needed stability to Maine

Partisan rivalry should not be allowed to get in the way of the steady operation of government.
Published
April 1, 2021

Commentary: What makes high-quality child care, and why is it so important right now?

A central Maine program that models best early education practices has proven outcomes for our youngest children, their families and the workforce.
Published
April 1, 2021

Maine Voices: ‘No’ to Munjoy Hill Historic District, ‘yes’ to ReCode revamp

Strengthening the process Portland is using to update its land-use code is a better way to address concerns about housing, equity and sustainability.

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Published
March 31, 2021

Leonard Pitts: Republican voter restrictions are Jim Crow 2.0, and they won’t stand

In Georgia and states across the country, fearful legislators are trying to suppress the vote. But Black Americans can outflank, outfight and outlast them.
Published
March 31, 2021

Commentary: For the well-being of all Mainers, let’s reinvest in Land for Maine’s Future

Supporting the LMF bond will conserve working forests, build recreation infrastructure, protect the climate and give more people access to nature’s benefits.
Published
March 31, 2021

Maine Voices: Portland Chamber should apologize for working with KKK in 1923 to create city charter

The chamber must face the impact of its actions on marginalized communities and not use its outsize influence to sway the Charter Commission campaign.
Published
March 31, 2021

Our View: Augusta police, others using lessons learned to save lives from overdose

Maine law enforcement agencies continue to show leadership in the fight against substance use disorder.
Published
March 30, 2021

Maine Med executives: Nurses union trying to tear us down to build themselves up

California-based National Nurses United doesn’t share our values, and they’ll make it harder for us to work collaboratively with our nurses to address their concerns.