As insulin costs soar, she has put forward a Band-Aid bill and supported tax breaks for insulin manufacturers.
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Maine Voices: Our state should embrace overdose prevention sites as the evidence-based step they are
A federal judge recently ruled that they’re not illegal, and data show that they save money, save lives and serve as a bridge into treatment.
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Maine Voices: Colombian-American finds cultural home in Portland
In a small city where less than 4 percent of the population identifies as Hispanic, a restaurant becomes far more than just a place to eat.
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Maine Voices: Cape Elizabeth teenagers’ experience shows dwindling tolerance for silence
Suspended and shamed for her words in 1997, a Portland graduate lauds current Cape students who are advocating for their right to speak up.
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Maine Voices: Education key to meeting workforce needs
Programs like Bridge Academy help students acquire the credentials the job market requires.
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Maine Voices: Establish pain management medical center to help control opioid epidemic
Bringing together conventional and alternative medicine, the state-funded institute would address the needs of patients, providers and families.
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Maine Voices: Don’t rush Clean Elections amendment onto Portland city ballot
Changing the city’s charter – its constitution – should be done only after careful public discussion and crafting.
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Maine Voices: Our communities are safer when we support people living in fear
Take action against domestic abuse: If someone you know is a target, check in with them. If you see someone acting controlling, tell them that’s not OK.
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Maine Voices: Mark Twain’s wit would help us understand King Donald’s court
As the Trump drama plays out, we need sharp analysis more than ever.
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Maine Voices: As stewards of God’s creation, we must protect America’s public lands
The Land and Water Conservation Fund – which uses no taxpayer dollars – should receive a full and permanent federal appropriation.