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Published
April 15, 2020

Leonard Pitts: Support local journalism – it’s cheaper than the frightening alternative

Where power is not held to account, there can be no democracy.
Published
April 15, 2020

Maine Voices: Work smart to keep as many businesses open as possible

There are ways to focus on public health without unnecessarily compromising the health of our economy.
Published
April 15, 2020

Our View: Months in, lack of COVID-19 testing still holding us back

The U.S. does not yet have even the capacity to test vulnerable facilities, and it will need a lot more than that to safely reopen the economy.
Published
April 15, 2020

Commentary: Groups working together to ensure safety of people experiencing homelessness in Portland

Shelters have worked quickly to redefine themselves, setting aside spaces for people to isolate or quarantine.
Published
April 14, 2020

Our View: Maine on right track with COVID election plans

The state of Wisconsin just showed the nation how not to conduct an election during a pandemic.

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Published
April 14, 2020

Maine education chief: Teaching your kids at home is tough – we’re all finding our way

The state Department of Education and Maine educators are here to help parents and families during this unprecedented experience.
Published
April 14, 2020

Maine Voices: Thank medical workers by helping to make sure they get paid

At least 15% of the total federal bailout should focus on health care organizations.
Published
April 13, 2020

Maine Voices: Coronavirus makes immigration courts unsafe

Forcing lawyers and detainees into confined spaces is an unacceptable situation during a pandemic.
Published
April 13, 2020

Our View: Keeping public spaces open in a time of outbreaks

Officials should plan now on ways to keep beaches and parks open in the summer and fall, even if physical distancing is still required.
Published
April 12, 2020

Another View: Fossel is wrong – no one is trying to take away anyone’s firearms

Gun shops should be closed during the pandemic, however, because people gather there.