opinion Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Commentary: Federal government has squandered millions on failed charter schools

by Jeff Bryant Tribune News Service December 20, 2019December 19, 2019

While Maine and a handful of other states have used federal grants effectively, the predominant pattern is one of continuing waste and corruption.

by Robert Daigle Special to the Press Herald December 20, 2019September 14, 2020

His rough edges are part of the package, and he deserves four more years to pursue his vision.

by The Editorial Board December 19, 2019December 27, 2019

Helping today’s refugees is an investment in tomorrow’s workforce.

by Janet Hamel Special to the Press Herald December 19, 2019December 18, 2019

A mother wants to know when her daughter can build her adult life, with the assistance she needs to succeed.

by Karen Tumulty The Washington Post December 19, 2019December 18, 2019

There are a few similarities – and one big difference – between 1998 and 2019.

by The Editorial Board December 18, 2019December 17, 2019

To lower carbon emissions, our state has to change the ways it builds communities.

by Kelsey Holt Special to the Los Angeles Times December 18, 2019December 17, 2019

The fact is that the world’s most disenfranchised people contribute very little to greenhouse-gas emissions.

by Michael McGough Los Angeles Times December 18, 2019December 17, 2019

The climate activist is a public figure, and her age shouldn’t give her a blanket exemption from disapproval.

by Carol Oehlschlager Special to the Press Herald December 18, 2019December 17, 2019

City officials need to look at democratic housing models and collaborate with tenant advocacy groups as well as lenders, landlords and developers.

by The Editorial Board December 17, 2019December 27, 2019

It’s a vote not to punish the chief executive, but to protect our democracy.