Immigrants
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Our View: Here’s what it will take to stop the rise of hate groups in Maine
Speak up, confront dangerous ideology directly, and protect neighbors who are targeted and make it clear that they are as much a part of our communities as anybody else.
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PublishedAugust 4, 2023
Maine Voices: Multilingual future should not overlook academic achievement
Portland Public Schools must shift resources and emphasis so that both immigrant and U.S.-born students master reading, writing and math skills.
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PublishedAugust 3, 2023
Bank offers first Islamic mortgages based in Maine
The program is viewed as a watershed initiative for Maine's immigrant community.
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PublishedAugust 2, 2023
Mills signs executive order to begin creation of a state Office for New Americans
It's the first step by her administration to create a centralized place to assist the growing number of immigrants coming to Maine.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2023
Hate groups are on the march in Maine
A three-month investigation by the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram reveals that white nationalist groups are increasing their presence in Maine. Ignoring them would be a mistake, experts say.
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PublishedJuly 1, 2023
The humble Farmer: The graying of the Midcoast Maine workforce
Years ago, my father and two of my aunts – all immigrants – helped make up for the shortage of young people. Now we’re hiring retirees to do home projects.
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PublishedJune 28, 2023
Our View: Senate way off base on MaineCare for noncitizens
You want to talk about price tags? Excluding low-income noncitizens from routine health care comes with an unacceptable financial and social cost.
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PublishedJune 27, 2023
Maine Senate nixes MaineCare coverage for noncitizens
Senators rejected the bill with no debate or roll call vote, despite approval in the House of Representatives on Monday.
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PublishedJune 22, 2023
Commentary: Maine’s immigrant communities have a lot to gain from offshore wind
Responsible wind power development will ensure both robust labor protections and benefits inclusive of people regardless of race, national origin or income.
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PublishedJune 19, 2023
20 years after the United States invaded Iraq, Iraqis are still trying to emigrate to the U.S.
U.S. officials cite multiple reasons for the delays, including an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, a hack of a refugee database, the COVID-19 pandemic and cuts to the refugee program under then-President Donald Trump.
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