We have to ensure that the agencies charged with stewarding our natural resources are fully funded and staffed.
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Opinion: A lot done for education in Maine; a lot more to do
Myself and my Democratic colleagues won’t let culture-war bickering distract from important work.
Opinion: We cannot fail the children of Maine any longer
The Office of Child and Family Services is on fire. Lawmakers can’t afford to wait for the first responders.
Opinion: Why this longtime Republican is voting for Harris
Stopping Donald Trump and the risk he poses to our country is more important than party politics.
Another View: Helene’s devastation reminds us why government is so important
Too many elected officials who want to dismantle the very things that are helping people right now.
Opinion: Sometimes real life intrudes on the news. Good.
Not being glued to political coverage makes what’s significant stand out.
Opinion: Fear and frustration are dangerous companions
As frustration with certain societal problems persists, so does the temptation to create an environment in which those problems are handled summarily.
Opinion: Recent lawsuits highlight DHHS failure to protect Maine kids
What will it take for the department to listen?
Opinion: Gov. Walz’s teachings extend beyond the classroom
The Democratic vice presidential candidate’s 24 years in the National Guard give America an opportunity to better understand our military reserves.
Opinion: A Brooklynite weighs in on Portland’s bothersome bricks
A walk through the city must be particularly challenging for those who struggle with mobility and vision.