commentary Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Labor secretary pick Andrew Puzder doesn’t support working families

by Ryan Jones Special to the Press Herald February 10, 2017February 9, 2017

Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King should vote against his confirmation to this Cabinet position.

by Michael Mertaugh Special to the Press Herald February 9, 2017February 9, 2017

Greater expenditures do not ensure better learning achievement and need to be used judiciously.

by Justin Costa, David Brenerman and Pious Ali Special to the Press Herald February 9, 2017February 9, 2017

For economic and humanitarian reasons, upgrading Longfellow, Lyseth, Presumpscot and Reiche is the right thing to do.

by Leonard Pitts February 8, 2017February 7, 2017

A film based on the notes of James Baldwin should reawaken the notion that everything is not OK now.

by Kaspar Wilder Special to the Press Herald February 8, 2017February 7, 2017

The event was intended to show students’ belief that everyone should feel safe and secure in their schools.

When action plans are made afterward, it’s the energy of the masses that gives authority to the next steps.

by Bill Houston Special to the Press Herald February 7, 2017February 6, 2017

Sen. Susan Collins should join Sen. Angus King in pledging to reject Pruitt to head the Environmental Protection Agency.

by KATHLEEN PARKER February 7, 2017February 6, 2017

Neil Gorsuch won’t change the balance on the court, but the next justice will, and that’s where Democrats should focus their energies.

by Charlotte Hendee Special to the Telegram February 5, 2017February 3, 2017

The new resident shakes up the neighborhood.

by Kevin Hancock Special to the Telegram February 5, 2017February 3, 2017

Donald Trump’s presidency will be defined less by his behavior than by that of his 324 million constituents.