Op-eds - Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Expanding early learning, computer science can boost institute’s reach

by Angela Oechslie and Ken Grady Special to the Telegram February 23, 2020February 22, 2020

Efforts that strengthen Maine’s ability to compete and succeed in the modern innovation economy deserve increased support.

by James Erwin Special to the Press Herald February 22, 2020February 21, 2020

Maine’s public universities are transforming to meet the needs of our students and our state.

by Meryl Nass Special to the Press Herald February 21, 2020February 20, 2020

Schoolchildren could be expelled if parents refuse immunizations, while health care professionals could lose their jobs.

by David Woodsome Special to the Press Herald February 21, 2020February 20, 2020

A state takeover of CMP and Emera Maine risks higher debt, higher property taxes and disinvestment in the electric grid.

by Sarah Shmitt Special to the Press Herald February 20, 2020February 19, 2020

A program for Maine high schools allows students and teachers to engage with complex ideas and have their beliefs challenged.

by Leonard Pitts Jr. The Miami Herald February 19, 2020February 18, 2020

The idea that America can somehow disengage from the rest of the planet has never seemed more ludicrous.

by Kelsey Halliday Johnson Special to the Press Herald February 19, 2020February 18, 2020

Now that the community is finally getting the acclaim that it deserves, let’s make sure that artists can afford to stay here.

by Julie Dumont Rabinowitz Special to the Press Herald February 19, 2020February 19, 2020

The Transportation and Climate Initiative will raise gasoline costs, unfairly burdening rural Mainers and the working poor.

by Inga Sandvoss Browne Special to the Press Herald February 18, 2020February 18, 2020

Well-run lockdown drills foster familiarity and confidence, and should not trigger anxiety among participants.

by Kristen S. Cloutier and Amy B. Arata Special to the Press Herald February 18, 2020February 18, 2020

Our older population deserves our respect, and so do the hardworking Mainers who care for them.