maine voices Archives - The Portland Press Herald

LePage should apologize to African-Americans who fought for freedom

by Ashley Towle Special to the Press Herald January 21, 2017January 21, 2017

The governor’s notion of American freedom as merely white man’s history is disturbing and dangerous.

by John Frary Special to the Press Herald January 20, 2017January 19, 2017

Politicians blaming the press and the press not being trustworthy create a negative feedback loop.

by Steven Michaud Special to the Press Herald January 19, 2017January 19, 2017

Shrinking the Medicaid program, which is not facing a money crisis, to fund tax cuts hurts hospitals.

by Nicholas Walsh Special to the Press Herald January 18, 2017January 17, 2017

The huge benefits for the Port of Portland are worth allowing the taller building, which won’t be an unsightly white box.

by Dick Woodbury Special to the Press Herald January 17, 2017January 16, 2017

Wonderful things will happen, but only if the Legislature and secretary of state do their jobs.

by Ande Smith Special to the Press Herald January 16, 2017January 16, 2017

It’s not just government systems that need protecting; citizens need to be safe from blackmail.

A century after suffragists protested in Washington, another group of women prepares to stand up.

by Chet Lunner Special to the Press Herald January 14, 2017January 13, 2017

There are stark differences between carefully reported stories and the latest tweet from whoever has the fastest thumbs.

by Mitch Lansky Special to the Press Herald January 13, 2017January 13, 2017

The science does not support the proposed congressional designation.

by Michael Andrew Special to the Press Herald January 12, 2017January 11, 2017

It does get a share of casino revenue, but most money in the sport comes from breeders and horse owners.