poverty Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Our View: Proposed cut to federal heating assistance program shows misplaced priorities

by The Editorial Board July 5, 2017July 4, 2017

That a lifeline program fights for funding every year says a lot about who we’re really looking out for.

by Lori Parham and Hilary Schneider Special to the Press Herald June 27, 2017June 27, 2017

We urge Maine Sen. Susan Collins to stand her ground against the Better Care Reconciliation Act.

by Mark R. Swann Special to the Press Herald June 23, 2017June 22, 2017

People like Jon Bradley, who’s stepping down as Preble Street’s associate director, combine their personal values with their professional expertise.

by William Robitzek Special to the Press Herald June 21, 2017June 20, 2017

The independent state agency is out of money, and it’s the poor of Maine who will ultimately suffer.

by The Editorial Board May 28, 2017May 26, 2017

The Department of Human Services cut its budget by spreading suffering. That’s not reform.

by Bonny Rodden Special to the Press Herald May 16, 2017May 15, 2017

Making it more difficult for the needy to obtain medical care violates the moral principles at the core of Christianity.

by Catherine Reilly deLutio and Dana Connors Special to the Press Herald May 1, 2017May 1, 2017

Growing up without stable housing and good nutrition can have lifelong economic impacts.

by Richard Pollak Special to the Press Herald April 18, 2017April 17, 2017

Turning away federal funds doesn’t lower your tax burden; it simply sends those dollars to another state.

by The Editorial Board April 12, 2017April 12, 2017

Helping the poor with housing, health care and other civil issues pays off for the community – so it should get more support.

by Leonard Pitts April 5, 2017April 4, 2017

Coalitions fighting for fair wages must create power built on unity.