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Published
August 2, 2020

Our View: No quick fix for Maine’s economy

The lack of a federal coronavirus strategy will have economic impacts on our state for years to come.
Published
August 1, 2020

Another View: CEOs fail to rebut valid concerns over Big Tech

A House hearing makes clear that the heads of Alphabet, Amazon, Apple and Facebook are focused on advancing their own interests, harming competitors and abusing the public.
Published
August 1, 2020

The humble Farmer: An elderly person is anybody who’s older than I am

When I was 15, anyone 27 years of age was nearing senility. Nowadays, a senior citizen is someone who doesn’t start each sentence with ‘like.’
Published
August 1, 2020

Commentary: We need to keep Maine’s fishermen, restaurants afloat during this crisis

By providing relief to independent restaurants and more aid to commercial fishermen, Congress would also ensure consumer access to a sustainable form of protein.
Published
July 31, 2020

Another View: President’s new census ploy both divisive and dumb

You can’t estimate unauthorized immigrants and deduct that number from population data while divvying up House seats.

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Published
July 31, 2020

Maine Voices: To make America truly great again, move toward greater equity

Countries with adequate and accessible social supports are countries where more people can use their potential.
Published
July 31, 2020

Our View: Music, theater venues may not survive the pandemic

Congress must protect these local businesses, which add so much to their communities.
Published
July 31, 2020

Commentary: Here’s the case Mitch McConnell needs to make on COVID spending

The only way to reduce debt levels later is to increase relief funding now.
Published
July 30, 2020

League of Women Voters leader: Maine senators must press for investment in election security

Thanks to mail-in voting, our state’s primary went smoothly, but Maine – and the nation – are running out of time to ensure every voter can cast a ballot safely.
Published
July 30, 2020

Commentary: Stop spitting on grocery store workers – they’re just doing their job

Retail employees already are underpaid and often have to go without proper protection. Now they’re being attacked for enforcing COVID rules.