Op-eds - Portland Press Herald

The View From Here: Do we have to be the next San Jose?

In all the enthusiasm about a new research institute in Portland, there may be a better model that’s closer to home.

Maine’s senior senator would do well to heed her own words from 2016 about the man who would become president.

by Steven Price Special to the Telegram February 2, 2020February 3, 2020

There are drawbacks to an intentionally solitary life, but plusses too.

by Roger Lowenstein Special to the Telegram February 2, 2020February 1, 2020

Extremist vitriol notwithstanding, a close look at her record shows that she has earned her center-right reputation.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal February 2, 2020February 1, 2020

Coming to terms with cats, day care and men with beards is an ongoing challenge for a newcomer to the family.

A surplus of enthusiasm can overcome a deficit in the campaign war chest.

by Robert Skoglund February 1, 2020February 1, 2020

As he lies and insults people, I can’t stop reading about and watching him.

by Gina Barreca Hartford Courant February 1, 2020January 31, 2020

Now I want to know what you would pick. (One ground rule: No loading up on franchises.)

by Louisa Munk Special to the Press Herald February 1, 2020January 31, 2020

This system has already deprived my father of a purposeful life. Now it has failed the clients of Shalom House.

by James Kilbreth Special to the Press Herald January 31, 2020September 14, 2020

Let’s push to bar corporations from funding state-level candidates and PACs that engage in state elections.