If Gov. LePage won’t issue voter-approved bonds to ease the shortage, then lawmakers should do it for him.
Our View
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Celebrate the Fourth and reject nationalism
An ideology that builds walls and creates enemies has no place in our politics.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Treatment for addiction still too hard to find
While the state dithers on treatment, overdoses continue to overwhelm community resources.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Portland should not rush school overhaul vote
There is still political work left to be done before a bond should be sent to the city’s voters.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Acadia’s centennial should spotlight need to clear the air
To aid residents and visitors, power plant pollution limits should be allowed to advance.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Gov. LePage’s order may halt gains at Riverview
At risk are efforts by the troubled Maine state psychiatric hospital to attract and retain more employees.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Use of terror no-fly list won’t cut gun deaths much
Congress should take a much broader approach to keeping firearms out of the wrong hands.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Future of Maine economy depends on innovation
We should follow the lead of the places that are booming and foster growth by focusing on schools, natural resources, public policy and quality of life.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Child well-being in Maine headed in wrong direction
Candidates for office should be prepared to say what they would do to turn this trend around.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Panel’s agenda keeps warden service’s evasion in the spotlight
Resistance to legitimate public records requests deserves continued scrutiny.