As a child psychologist, practicing in Lewiston-Auburn for 40 years, I believe that Rep. Laurel Libby’s posting of a photograph and personal information for someone else’s child is the definition of child abuse. She was censured for this breach of ethics, not for her position on transgender youth. I find it difficult to understand how […]

This year there is much debate over the state budget. This has, therefore, put a pause on making decisions on proposed bills that could change the landscape of Maine law. However, I believe it is still worthwhile to bring to the discussion, for when we can make decisions: what bills should we be deciding on? […]

Recently, a woman wrote a letter to the editor asking if her voice was effective (“Will Mainers’ voices at rallies make a difference?” April 10). I reply, “Yes, we all must speak out.” Think of all the movements that changed society, for instance women’s suffrage, the independence of India, the pressure for civil rights to […]

It was alarming to read of the precarious financial situation that Maine hospitals are in (April 9). This is truly a crisis, and the Legislature must step in and take action. Now would be an excellent time to give serious consideration to adopting the All Maine Health Program (AMHP), a plan developed by a committee […]

As an independent voter, I do not agree with either side universally. So, here’s an important question: is the current administration saving the USA money? Or are they costing us? I’m serious. I’ve heard that laid-off workers (the majority of whom were dedicated employees, not probationary, in the standard sense of the word) are on […]