As a child psychologist, practicing in Lewiston-Auburn for 40 years, I believe that Rep. Laurel Libby’s posting of a photograph and personal information for someone else’s child is the definition of child abuse. She was censured for this breach of ethics, not for her position on transgender youth. I find it difficult to understand how […]

This year there is much debate over the state budget. This has, therefore, put a pause on making decisions on proposed bills that could change the landscape of Maine law. However, I believe it is still worthwhile to bring to the discussion, for when we can make decisions: what bills should we be deciding on? […]

Recently, a woman wrote a letter to the editor asking if her voice was effective (“Will Mainers’ voices at rallies make a difference?” April 10). I reply, “Yes, we all must speak out.” Think of all the movements that changed society, for instance women’s suffrage, the independence of India, the pressure for civil rights to […]

It was alarming to read of the precarious financial situation that Maine hospitals are in (April 9). This is truly a crisis, and the Legislature must step in and take action. Now would be an excellent time to give serious consideration to adopting the All Maine Health Program (AMHP), a plan developed by a committee […]

As an independent voter, I do not agree with either side universally. So, here’s an important question: is the current administration saving the USA money? Or are they costing us? I’m serious. I’ve heard that laid-off workers (the majority of whom were dedicated employees, not probationary, in the standard sense of the word) are on […]

I am so proud that Janet Mills is my, and Maine’s, governor. Her courage sets the standard for a public servant whom I can admire. There are not many politicians these days who come up to Mills’ mark. Maine’s Rep. Chellie Pingree and Sen. Angus King are up there. These three good Maine politicians have […]

My feelings match those expressed by Nina McKee in her letter to the editor of April 10 (“Will Mainers’ voices at rallies make a difference?“). I haven’t written to the paper since voters made a tragic choice in November. I find it painful to read, and I gasp at each turn of the page. I […]

The Trump administration would like to end Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, in part because of its support for diversity and inclusion. Are churches next to be targeted for loss of their tax-exempt status? Churches that support Black Lives Matter? That reach out to embrace immigrants, regardless of their legal status? That invite in LGBTQ+ worshippers? […]