Some won’t like it, but many leaders agree that’s how to address our aging state population and dwindling workforce.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Charles Lawton: Maine’s best hope for stronger economy is exporting knowledge
That’s what some of the state’s larger successful companies already do, and we need more of them. Embrace bigness and information creation.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Don’t mess with success at Maine’s state parks
With attendance setting records, now is not the time to outsource the jobs of veteran employees who help visitors feel welcome.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Trump’s infrastructure plan would lack real investment for Maine
The president’s promises sound good, but they would do little for rural states like ours.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Charles Lawton: Maine Opportunity Project a step toward mending social divide
The purpose of the student educational, recreational and conservation programs is to cultivate relationships among the participants and with others they’d rarely get a chance to meet.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine workforce shortages require complete focus
It’s not just nurses: There are challenges in every profession as baby boomers age.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Panhandlers are people, too, and worthy of our sympathy
Portland shoppers and business people could show some more kindness to those who are less fortunate.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Don’t let plan for freezer warehouse, a vital need on waterfront, slip away
The huge benefits for the Port of Portland are worth allowing the taller building, which won’t be an unsightly white box.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
New England’s economy likely to keep growing, but lag the nation
The annual forecast for the region also says Maine has problem areas that diminish its overall vitality.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Charles Lawton: Our better angels can’t prevail if we’re too hung up over the details
Let’s resist the temptation to turn timid when faced with an opportunity to better the greater good.