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Poverty

Published
April 5, 2017

Leonard Pitts: MLK’s other dream – equality must include foundation of economic justice

Coalitions fighting for fair wages must create power built on unity.
Published
March 30, 2017

Maine’s low health ranking is a call for action, not further backing off

The decision not to expand health coverage leaves over 30,000 citizens without insurance..
Published
March 29, 2017

Maine Voices: Trump plan to gut civil legal aid would have devastating impact on Mainers

Low-income families, elders and veterans all benefit from the federal Legal Services Corp.
Published
February 19, 2017

Our View: Hunger in Maine shows no signs of relenting

State policies that limit nutrition assistance have turned emergency food banks into a way of life.
Published
February 9, 2017

Maine’s high hunger rate persists even as national rate falls

A new study shows that 16 percent of the state's households experience food insecurity, the third-highest rate in the country.

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Published
January 29, 2017

Another View: Panhandlers are people, too, and worthy of our sympathy

Portland shoppers and business people could show some more kindness to those who are less fortunate.
Published
December 23, 2016

Our View: Planned Parenthood right to brace for high-stakes fight

There's justifiable fear of a renewed attack on the nonprofit, a source of basic health care for thousands in Maine.
Published
December 21, 2016

Greg Kesich: It’s a wonderful life, even for Democrats (really)

After losing a big election, nothing looks quite the same, but that's not always such a bad thing.
Published
December 15, 2016

Commentary: In Maine and across the country, two-generation approach is critical to reducing child poverty

A combination of parent- and child-focused services can greatly boost a whole family's chance of success, say Sen. Susan Collins and the Gorman Foundation.
Published
December 12, 2016

Our View: Life expectancy slips back while inequality grows

Bleak prospects for middle-aged Americans are as much a public health issue as an economic one.