I do not understand the timing that Gov. Mills has used, yet again, in her decision making about reopening our state. It seemed that hair salons, etc., were scheduled to reopen and then suddenly allowed to open within two to three days earlier which resulted in salons not being fully prepared. Campgrounds were not to […]

I am a Maine Democrat and I am alarmed and saddened at recent developments at the federal level. Because of extreme Republican regressive policies, we have an embarrassing and unnecessary national pandemic emergency, our standing on the world stage is deteriorating daily and climate and environmental catastrophe is upon us. And because of the Republican […]

To keep Maine’s air clean, introduce Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act

Maine’s history and present are built on racism. It is urgent to articulate this as the Black Lives Matter uprising happens across this country. Maine needs to validate and enact protesters’ calls for action. We are culpable. Discussions of race between White Mainers, if they happen, follow a similar pattern. A mention that our history […]

I had the pleasure of attending a town hall meeting with Sara Gideon recently. It was extremely easy to reach her and her team. She was very knowledgeable about what was happening in Maine and Washington. She was kind, compassionate and wanted to hear what everyone had to say. She is eager to hear everyone’s […]

Maines’ history as hard working, hands on, and labor-intensive public has been the backbone of our economic engine. Small businesses (1-10 people), sole proprietors, or the self employed have made up the heart of Maines’ economy. In recent years climate disruption, off-shoring of jobs, and the constant legislative bottlenecks have made it tough going for […]

Like thousands of would-be tourists, I am hoping to spend a week or so visiting Maine late this summer. Months ago I made reservations to fly into Portland where I would rent a car. Then I have accommodations booked for seven nights along the coast as far north as Stonington. At the moment your governor […]

The May 17 editorial (“Our View: Federal aid needed on state and local level“) was sobering, describing the economic impact of the pandemic on Maine. It is estimated that Maine’s treasury may have a $1.2 billion revenue decline over the next year alone. Since the state and municipalities must balance their budgets, the major answer […]