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Business groups: Massive tax increase sought by Question 1 would be disaster for Maine

by Dana Connors and David Clough Special to the Press Herald November 1, 2018October 31, 2018

The proposal would drain billions out of our economy, hurt the middle class and discourage people from moving to Maine, which would be the highest-taxed state in the country.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Janet Mills prepared to fight labor crisis, revitalize government

by John Dorrer and Charles Lawton Special to the Press Herald October 31, 2018October 30, 2018

Mills will mobilize political, business and community partners to work with all levels of government.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Deal involving Waterboro manufacturer shows how Maine’s economy can grow

by the editorial board October 29, 2018October 29, 2018

Most new jobs come from new companies, which can sprout from public research.

Op-eds, Opinion

Jim Fossel: Give LePage credit for his accomplishments

by jim Fossel October 28, 2018October 26, 2018

Rather than erasing eight years of progress, it’s vital that we elect Shawn Moody as our next governor.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Statewide project aims to explode myths, tell rich stories of immigration

by Reza Jalali Special to the Press Herald October 17, 2018October 17, 2018

At a time when migration is seen as a threat, 70 community partners hope to raise public awareness in Maine about those ‘from away’ who share a love of America.