It’s inconceivable that federal lawmakers have largely failed to act on one of the West’s most pressing issues.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Columnist Parker forgets ‘socialism’ for the rich
Tax cuts for the wealthy are a bigger problem than low-wage workers choosing to stay home.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Amid information explosion, libraries have become more relevant, not less
During the pandemic, Maine’s librarians have delivered books and assisted with vaccine registration, and as the economy recovers, they’ll help with resumes and job applications.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: DeJoy’s plan would hobble Postal Service
The agency needs a strategy for success, not this recipe for failure.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
COVID-19 stimulus bill to create $500 million windfall for Maine towns and cities
The huge package passed by Congress will provide cash-strapped local governments a substantial source of additional revenue over the next two years, and some already have ideas on how to use it.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Federal COVID aid package sets course out of crisis
The comprehensive relief legislation will help Mainers who need it most.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Bailing out American families
After decades of trickle-down, the federal government is finally stimulating the economy from the bottom up.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Legislation a first step toward a more humane, effective immigration system
The U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021 promotes keeping families together and protects vulnerable people, such as survivors of domestic violence and trafficking.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Congress is broken. Earmarks might actually help.
Restoring the practice – with safeguards in place, and perhaps a new name – would encourage compromise and moderation.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Nationwide, K-12 schools need more state, federal help to reopen safely
They are trying to support students through distance learning, safely resume in-person instruction and help them catch up.