Siobhán Brett

Commentary: Big Tech wants to remove Mainers’ online privacy protections. We can’t let it.

by Myles Smith and Arthur Padilla Special to the Press Herald March 15, 2023March 15, 2023

Beware of bills that would classify a small amount of online data as ‘sensitive,’ and permit free trading of the rest.

Commentary: Governments should compete for residents, not businesses

by Tyler Cowen Bloomberg Opinion March 14, 2023March 13, 2023

Remote and hybrid work have led to “booms” in some areas, including parts of Maine. It’s getting harder to convince a company to relocate.

Letters, Opinion

Letter to the editor: Blinding headlights are out of control

March 14, 2023March 15, 2023

It’s time to do away with those super bright headlights, for safety’s sake.

Editorials, Opinion

Another View: GOP should openly debate Biden’s budget proposals

by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Chicago Tribune March 14, 2023March 13, 2023

The budget plan unveiled last week is like an initial offer for negotiations aimed at reaching a compromise – a word we have heard too little in recent years.

Maine Voices, Opinion

Maine Voices: Incarcerated students are living proof of the value of parole

by Skye Adams Special to the Press Herald March 14, 2023March 14, 2023

Many of the students I work with want to give back to their communities. Without the ability to complete internships, obtain licensure or network, they’re at a huge disadvantage.

Letters

Letter to the editor: What’s really behind opposition to helping Ukraine?

March 13, 2023March 12, 2023

The power wielded by strongman Vladimir Putin undoubtedly appeals to some of the Maine Republican legislators who are against giving support to Ukraine.