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opinion

Published
October 13, 2019

Another View: Maine fishermen, like Maine farmers, deserve support

Fishermen also face economic stress, but only see a fraction of the subsidy.
Published
October 12, 2019

Another View: Synagogue shooting highlights growing risk of right-wing terrorism

German and U.S. security agencies should devote resources to fighting white supremacists.
Published
October 12, 2019

Commentary: Don’t let corporate consolidation eliminate Portland’s sense of place

Pay attention to the updating of the city's zoning code and vote for council candidates who support local businesses.
Published
October 12, 2019

Commentary: Elizabeth Warren’s pregnancy discrimination story isn’t exactly hard to believe

Bias against pregnant workers was overt in the early 1970s, when Warren was a public school teacher, and is still a problem today.
Published
October 12, 2019

The humble Farmer: Local and family history, all in one apple-sized package

When you've always lived within sight of where you were born, you don't have to go far to get your fruit.

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Published
October 11, 2019

Maine Voices: Don’t rush Clean Elections amendment onto Portland city ballot

Changing the city's charter – its constitution – should be done only after careful public discussion and crafting.
Published
October 11, 2019

Marc A. Thiessen: Trump’s cry that America is fighting ‘endless wars’ is a canard

The president's abandonment of the Kurds is a recipe for endless war, not a strategy to end one.
Published
October 11, 2019

State Sen. Woodsome: Maine benefits when federal, local governments work together

A bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Sen. Susan Collins will streamline clean-energy permitting and make it more accessible to Maine residents and businesses.
Published
October 11, 2019

Our View: Firefighters’ greatest risk comes after the call is over

Cancers that develop from inhaling the fumes from burning belongings should be treated as on-the-job injuries.
Published
October 10, 2019

Maine Voices: Our communities are safer when we support people living in fear

Take action against domestic abuse: If someone you know is a target, check in with them. If you see someone acting controlling, tell them that's not OK.