No matter the Supreme Court’s decision in the Grants Pass case, Portland’s leaders can choose to address the root causes of homelessness.
Op-eds
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Opinion: Different thinking needed to restore Maine’s Atlantic salmon
FERC’s record of supporting restoration of sea-run fisheries is abysmal. The last Atlantic salmon population in the country deserves better.
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Opinion: DHHS record demands independent outside audit
The agency appears to operate as though it is above the law – and not even required to follow even its own rules.
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Opinion: PMA vote an affront to city boards and councilors’ oaths
The six councilors who voted to allow the demolition of 142 Free St. show disrespect and an unwillingness to uphold the law.
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Opinion: Maine needs to hold big polluters accountable
The climate crisis is a collective problem that requires collective action. By holding major polluters accountable, we can ensure a fairer distribution of the costs associated with climate adaptation.
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Opinion: Memorial Day reminds us to set aside what divides us
Stop and take time to appreciate the freedoms purchased by so many American lives.
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Opinion: How one lifelong voter was made
A fond memory reminds me that it’s always necessary to vote – especially in the coming election.
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Opinion: Portland undervalues invaluable work – at its peril
We’ve forgotten forgotten how to honor the dedication and craft of jobs that amount to care.
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Opinion: This Memorial Day, let us remember a shared commitment
As we approach November, I hope voters will consider the candidates’ commitment to those who have served and sacrificed for our nation.
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Opinion: The time for workforce housing in Falmouth is now
Falmouth has become an extremely expensive place to live. If we don’t provide affordable housing, we’re making it an extremely expensive place to do business, too.