opinion Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Work smart to keep as many businesses open as possible

by Jim Dinkle Special to the Press Herald April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

There are ways to focus on public health without unnecessarily compromising the health of our economy.

by The Editorial Board April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

The U.S. does not yet have even the capacity to test vulnerable facilities, and it will need a lot more than that to safely reopen the economy.

by Mark R. Swann Special to the Press Herald April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

Shelters have worked quickly to redefine themselves, setting aside spaces for people to isolate or quarantine.

by The Editorial Board April 14, 2020September 14, 2020

The state of Wisconsin just showed the nation how not to conduct an election during a pandemic.

by Pender Makin Special to the Press Herald April 14, 2020April 14, 2020

The state Department of Education and Maine educators are here to help parents and families during this unprecedented experience.

by Michael Curtis, M.D., and Margaret Curtis, M.D. Special to the Press Herald April 14, 2020April 13, 2020

At least 15% of the total federal bailout should focus on health care organizations.

by Kelsey Lee Special to the Press Herald April 13, 2020April 13, 2020

Forcing lawyers and detainees into confined spaces is an unacceptable situation during a pandemic.

by The Editorial Board April 13, 2020April 13, 2020

Officials should plan now on ways to keep beaches and parks open in the summer and fall, even if physical distancing is still required.

by Gillyin Gatto Special to the Telegram April 12, 2020April 12, 2020

Gun shops should be closed during the pandemic, however, because people gather there.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal April 12, 2020April 12, 2020

Millions of Americans are filing for unemployment, but it feels different when it happens to you.