I am a social worker and a faith leader in Portland. In both of my roles I minister daily to people in the unhoused community in Portland. I am deeply saddened and disheartened by the continued destruction of the encampments that are set up for survival by unhoused citizens of our city. Currently all the […]
Siobhán Brett
Opinion editor
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Portland Museum of Art design finalists miss the mark
Henry Cobb’s 1983 Payson Wing deserves more respect and attention from the architects vying to reimagine the PMA.
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The humble Farmer: On matters of science, I know when to stay in my lane
Say what you like about me – I am able to accept some things at face value without understanding anything about them.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Strangers’ help eases sting of scamming
The holidays are a time of peace for me. I savor and enjoy the presence of my family and friends. Recently, I was hurrying around preparing dinner for friends. The table was set, the candles lit and the “to-do” list completed. I took a break and glanced at my emails. I recognized a friend’s name […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Whether or not it’s protected by the First Amendment, racist is as racist does
Whatever its root, the proliferation of racist rhetoric helps to normalize it, intensifying racist violence and the oppression of minorities.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Of course railroad workers should get paid sick leave. So should all workers
After more than two years of a pandemic, it should be clear that sick leave is not just a worker benefit – it’s a public health protection.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine child sexual abuse survivors must be supported – whenever they come forward
We want fellow survivors to hear this: You are not defined by your abuse. You deserve to be heard and believed.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Portland’s leaders must begin taking urgent steps to protect our city
The new council is voted in next week. Let’s hope that, to start, they robustly enforce and fund what has been passed by the people.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Commentary: What Haiti needs is respect and democracy
A Nov. 15 Bloomberg editorial called only for police order, with nary a word about free elections or respect for Haitian independence.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Statewide crisis of homelessness demands an immediate response
While faith communities have been working with municipalities and nonprofits to alleviate the desperation, state leadership is required to solve widespread suffering this winter.