opinion

Published
May 24, 2023

Clarence Page: Justice is imperiled when politicians exploit vigilantism

The groundswell of Republican support for a man charged in the chokehold death of a fellow New York subway rider has an air of ruthlessness.
Published
May 24, 2023

Commentary: Nuclear power won’t help Maine reach its clean-energy goals

The industry lobby is promoting a renewed call for investments in nuclear technology, but there are less complex, more affordable choices.
Published
May 24, 2023

Commentary: Portland rent ordinance is working – data don’t make case for Question A

Any future improvements to the ordinance, to make it easier for tenants and landlords, should occur through a transparent, City Council-initiated revision process.
Published
May 23, 2023

Dick Polman: Trumpists are hyping John Durham’s dud report
Published
May 23, 2023

Joe Guzzardi: World Economic Forum’s ‘Great Reset’ advances

Published
May 23, 2023

Our View: Farmers should get whatever it takes to overcome PFAS contamination

The state of Maine has an obligation to make farmers whole for the loss to their lives and livelihood.
Published
May 23, 2023

Commentary: Natural gas price spikes, not solar, to blame for soaring power bills

The Maine Legislature shouldn’t allow  the Public Advocate to hinder efforts to grow and strengthen the community solar program.
Published
May 23, 2023

Commentary: Mondays should be part of the weekend already

In the UK, a May with several four-day weeks is a chance for most workers to test the efficiency of shorter schedules.
Published
May 22, 2023

Another View: Is Congress capable of serious action on freight rail safety?

It’s easy for politicians to decry the East Palestine derailment, but when it comes to preventing future disasters, they are MIA.
Published
May 22, 2023

The Conversation: When faith says to help migrants — and the law says don’t