Even if the Climate Action Plan helps Maine achieve carbon neutrality, advances in nuclear power production will be key to the planet’s long-term future.
Op-eds
Commentary: There’s a responsible way to end the federal marijuana ban
The key to any nationwide legalization is to keep the free market out of it.
Commentary: The Pentagon needs more civilian control over the military now, not less
Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin is Biden’s pick to head the Pentagon. Can Austin do what Jim Mattis couldn’t?
MaineHousing director: Congress, president need to help keep Mainers housed during COVID crisis
Residents across the state are counting on the COVID-19 Rental Relief Program, which will run out Dec. 31 without more funding.
Leonard Pitts: On John Lennon, war and Christmas during a pandemic
Despite 2020, or maybe because of it, the humanity of the season endures.
Maine Voices: Be your child’s parent, not their friend
If you are a parent who is not satisfied with your relationship with your kids, recommit yourself to preparing them for life.
Commentary: Liberal economists say debt doesn’t matter. They’re wrong.
They’re gambling our nation’s fiscal solvency on low interest rates.
Commentary: The FDA’s slowness on a COVID vaccine isn’t the issue
Vaccines should be available to the public while the government evaluates whether to authorize their use in an emergency.
Commentary: Trump’s legacy could be a more lenient immigration system
There is agreement that enforcement needs to improve, but it doesn’t have to be so brutal.
Maine Voices: New secretary of state can help make voting easier
The challenges of our COVID election have underscored the need for online registration and an easy-to-use voter website.