commentary – Page 11 – The Portland Press Herald

Saco Sen. Chenette: Maine government should be responsive to the people, not to special interests

by Justin Chenette Special to the Press Herald February 22, 2019February 21, 2019

A new bill would ban contributions from lobbyists to legislators year-round – not just in session.

by Erin Nadeau Special to the Press Herald February 22, 2019February 21, 2019

The board should make clear that racism won’t be tolerated, that administrators dropped the ball and that an action plan is in place.

by Michael Belliveau and Alain Nahimana Special to the Press Herald February 21, 2019February 20, 2019

Residents who are already dealing with poverty, racism or both shouldn’t face the added stress of toxic chemicals.

by Catherine Rampell The Washington Post February 21, 2019February 20, 2019

If the legislative branch won’t act as a check on the executive branch, then what is it for?

The dismissive response to the Green New Deal doesn’t jibe with our history.

by HEIDI H. SAMPSON SPECIAL TO THE PRESS HERALD February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

The benefits include improved memory and fine motor skills as well as better coordination.

by By CHARLES HOFFACKER SPECIAL TO THE PRESS HERALD February 20, 2019February 20, 2019

The recent shutdown should raise awareness of all that public servants do for us.

by Sam Zager Special to the Press Herald February 19, 2019February 18, 2019

At risk in a high-stakes federal case are safeguards that are keeping families from financial ruin.

by Conor Sen Bloomberg View February 19, 2019February 18, 2019

Progressives may cheer the corporation’s retreat in New York, but the original plan polled well with voters.

by Daniel Gatti Special to the Press Herald February 18, 2019February 18, 2019

A regional initiative now underway to cap transportation emissions has a lot to offer the state.