opinion Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Jim Fossel: Maine Democrats in for spirited presidential primary

Twelve Democrats have qualified for the ballot in the March 3 contest, and most can claim a slice of the electorate here.

by Nancy A. Foss Special to the Telegram January 5, 2020January 6, 2020

Today, the attacks on abortion providers are most often in the courts and state legislatures.

by Peter Murray Special to the Press Herald January 4, 2020January 6, 2020

Portland needs to preserve the affordable rentals that exist and create incentives for new construction.

by The Washington Post January 4, 2020January 3, 2020

Prone to violence with a history of mental illness, a Texas man should not have been able to buy a firearm

by Frederick B. Hill Special to The Baltimore Sun January 4, 2020January 3, 2020

Sen. Susan Collins and her colleagues should insist on a fair trial on what have been troubling facts.

by Robert Skoglund January 4, 2020January 6, 2020

As the old year comes to a close, these messages can surprise and educate.

by Gov. Janet T. Mills Special to the Press Herald January 3, 2020January 2, 2020

At the start of her second year in office, Maine’s governor invites everyone to join the adventure of change.

by Ann McFeathers Tribune News Service January 2, 2020January 1, 2020

Elections, disasters and Peloton ads are sure to happen, but let’s get a little more specific.

by Donna Halvorsen Special to the Press Herald January 2, 2020January 1, 2020

The bill prevented the government from negotiating with drug companies and from importing cheaper drugs.

by The Washington Post January 2, 2020January 1, 2020

The president, who attacked Hillary Clinton for using a private email server for official business, is doing much worse.