Maine agriculture is diverse, vibrant and full of potential – but signs of trouble remain.
editorial
Our View: Judge owes apology to man alleging abuse
It’s not willful blindness that keeps sexual abuse victims from speaking up, and Judge Lance Walker should know better.
Another View: Mills supports tribal sovereignty in domestic abuse cases
The governor is working with the bill’s sponsors to clarify language in regards to non-Native defendants who are prosecuted in tribal courts.
Another View: Mike Pompeo’s new panel on human rights is unnecessary and maybe dangerous
He’s hinting at an attempt to narrow the definition of the rights for which the U.S. will hold other countries accountable.
Our View: Mills right to take time with nursing home funding
Elder care facilities need help, but there’s no reason to put future funding in doubt.
Our View: Reform needed for state recycling
A disposal fee on packaging manufacturers would reduce the waste stream and take pressure off municipal budgets.
Our View: Searches show how privacy laws have fallen behind
Federal investigators accessed hundreds of millions of photos from databases, just the latest example of how privacy rights are eroding.
Our View: Tribal courts should get assault cases
Native crime victims can be better protected by tribal courts without violating non-Native defendants’ rights.
Another View: California leads way on regulating ammunition
Other states should be so responsible and safe.
Our View: Pay attention to dangers of distracted driving
Mainers shouldn’t wait for a new law to start keeping both eyes on the road.