The federal agency has attracted the ire of many Mainers in recent times. That doesn’t mean we should turn our backs on its critical work.
Siobhán Brett
Opinion editor
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: With or without Maine, seaweed revolution is taking off
Let’s do everything in our power to stay on top of this emerging industry.
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Commentary: For environmental and racial justice, listen to the voice of labor
Maine workers have a strong track record of using their power to support their communities.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Businesses need reform of asylum seeker work authorization
Lots of red tape stands between new Mainers and the labor force. Fortunately, a common-sense solution is on the table.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Ignored special election typical of Maine Republican failure
Writing off a district may make administrative sense at close range. Zoom out, though, and you see it’s the result of dangerous disorganization and disunity.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Together we must aspire to a more welcoming and safe Maine
Disarming intolerance and bigotry starts with education – this can be uncomfortable and scary, but it works.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Relationship between grief and substance use disorder cannot be taboo
Openly confronting grief is crucial for anyone navigating the process of recovery.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Why are we still so freaked out by organized labor?
Americans cling to tired old stereotypes of unions at their peril.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Willard Beach contamination must be put in context
The city of South Portland is diligently following protocols and investigating new means of preserving water quality.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Who bears the responsibility for decisions about Alzheimer’s treatment?
We’ve been rethinking our approach to the disease with varying degrees of success. Too many questions remain unanswered.