commentary Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Gov. LePage: Put blame for failed leadership where it belongs – with the majority in the Maine House

by Paul R. LePage Special to the Telegram May 20, 2018May 18, 2018

The Press Herald should take Speaker Sara Gideon and the Democrats to task for stalling critical legislation.

by Kathy Mills Special to the Telegram May 20, 2018May 20, 2018

Each spring, the Forest City rewards observant passers-by with the showy and fragrant blooms of its many trees.

by Jim Fossel May 20, 2018May 21, 2018

Gridlock in our Legislature leaves us without clear policies on gambling – and way behind the eight ball on sports betting possibilities.

by Cynthia Dill May 20, 2018May 18, 2018

New work requirements in the food-stamp program are rooted in ‘junk science’ touted by persuasive Maine voices.

by Robert Ballingall Special to the Press Herald May 19, 2018May 18, 2018

In a time of threatening populism, we might benefit from considering the merits of the British regime.

We may disagree on policy issues, but I suspect he would understand I love our country just as much as he does.

by By BARRY HOBBINS AND LORI PARHAM Special to the Press Herald May 19, 2018May 21, 2018

Lawmakers must pass L.D. 1746, which is one of the most important bills before the Legislature.

by Marc Thiessen The Washington Post May 18, 2018May 17, 2018

President Trump should take North Korea’s recent outburst as a signal that Kim is feeling the heat.

by Ken Fredette Special to the Press Herald May 18, 2018May 18, 2018

A recent editorial fails to call out Democratic obstructionism or recognize Republican achievements.

by Kevin J. Joyce Special to the Press Herald May 18, 2018May 18, 2018

Lawmakers should treat the county facilities like they do other necessary infrastructure and provide adequate assistance.