commentary Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: To better manage grief, employees need longer bereavement leave

by Daryl J. Cady Special to the Press Herald April 14, 2018April 14, 2018

Mourning a loved one doesn’t end just because it’s time to go back to work..

by Robert Skoglund April 14, 2018April 13, 2018

Because no one wants to be in charge, there will be no infighting, quibbling or backbiting among the leadership.

by Marc Thiessen The Washington Post April 13, 2018April 12, 2018

He should show Kim before the summit that his threats of military action are more than bluster.

by Annie Abbot Chicago Tribune April 13, 2018April 12, 2018

Mocking how non-natives speak is a way of dismissing what they have to say and their contributions to society.

by Judy Flanagan Special to the Press Herald April 13, 2018April 12, 2018

We can improve the parking situation, the traffic flow and pedestrian safety by stopping the MDOT lawsuit.

by Ed Rogers Special to The Washington Post April 12, 2018April 11, 2018

The special counsel has breached his mandate and deserves to be ignored by Republicans at all levels.

When senators’ questions get tough, his answers are akin to saying, ‘I’ll see what my parents say and let you know.’

by Mark Klimek Special to the Press Herald April 12, 2018April 11, 2018

Months after the bill was bullied through Congress, it appears the money saved is not trickling down.

by Madison Raymond Special to the Press Herald April 11, 2018April 10, 2018

There’s no harm in energetic young voices ruffling the feathers of the old, exclusionary guard.

Contrary to the opponents, it’s neither confusing nor a method of making winners out of losers.