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Published
May 28, 2017

Our View: Mary Mayhew has a history of misplaced priorities

The Department of Human Services cut its budget by spreading suffering. That's not reform.
Published
May 16, 2017

Maine Voices: It’s time to end the government’s assault on the poor

Making it more difficult for the needy to obtain medical care violates the moral principles at the core of Christianity.
Published
May 1, 2017

Maine Voices: Research shows how childhood poverty squeezes Maine businesses

Growing up without stable housing and good nutrition can have lifelong economic impacts.
Published
April 18, 2017

Maine Voices: LePage administration forfeits almost $2 billion in federal aid to Maine

Turning away federal funds doesn't lower your tax burden; it simply sends those dollars to another state.
Published
April 12, 2017

Our View: ‘Justice for all’ depends on Maine’s legal aid providers

Helping the poor with housing, health care and other civil issues pays off for the community – so it should get more support.

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Published
April 5, 2017

Leonard Pitts: MLK’s other dream – equality must include foundation of economic justice

Coalitions fighting for fair wages must create power built on unity.
Published
March 30, 2017

Maine’s low health ranking is a call for action, not further backing off

The decision not to expand health coverage leaves over 30,000 citizens without insurance..
Published
March 29, 2017

Maine Voices: Trump plan to gut civil legal aid would have devastating impact on Mainers

Low-income families, elders and veterans all benefit from the federal Legal Services Corp.
Published
February 19, 2017

Our View: Hunger in Maine shows no signs of relenting

State policies that limit nutrition assistance have turned emergency food banks into a way of life.
Published
February 9, 2017

Maine’s high hunger rate persists even as national rate falls

A new study shows that 16 percent of the state's households experience food insecurity, the third-highest rate in the country.