Op-eds - Portland Press Herald

Commentary: ‘Stealthing’ is sexual assault, and Maine law needs to reflect that

by Nina Milliken Special to the Press Herald May 11, 2023May 10, 2023

L.D. 1683 would make it illegal for someone to remove a condom during sex without their partner’s permission and would allow their partner to sue for damages.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: In Sudan, many hands could make heavy war – or peace

by Elizabeth Shackelford Chicago Tribune May 11, 2023May 10, 2023

The longer the conflict goes on, the more likely neighbors start choosing sides, raising the risk of sustained fighting in the long term.

Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Public Advocate: Legislature must act now to save ratepayers from PUC solar program

by William S. Harwood Special to the Press Herald May 10, 2023May 10, 2023

An effective utility tax of about $275 per year on every CMP and Versant ratepayer simply cannot stand.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Food stamps bill paves path to effective poverty and hunger solutions

by Kristen Miale Special to the Press Herald May 10, 2023May 9, 2023

A vote to reinstate pandemic-era public-private partnerships is a vote to stabilize Maine households.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Prolonged solitary confinement is torture. The practice needs judicial oversight.

by David Stuart Chicago Tribune May 10, 2023May 9, 2023

Given the irreparable harm that solitary can do, proposed federal reforms must include a mechanism for independent review by a competent authority.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Americans’ move to identifying as ‘independent’ foretells a change in political parties

by Miles Smith IV CChicago Tribune May 9, 2023May 8, 2023

The American electorate’s disaffiliation from both major parties is not novel, but it’s an indication that the electorate is disenchanted with their present options.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Fentanyl will win the war on drugs

by Eduardo Porter Bloomberg Opinion May 9, 2023May 8, 2023

Missile strikes on cartel ‘terrorists’ won’t work against a poison that can’t be interdicted. Instead of a hopeless struggle against supply, the U.S. must focus on reducing demand and harm.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Maine lawmakers, regulators made child care as expensive as it is today

by Jacob Posik Special to the Press Herald May 9, 2023May 8, 2023

The state needs to examine regulations rather than continue to throw money at an industry that is rapidly disappearing, to the detriment of Maine’s economy.