The word is ‘jobs.’ Well-paid jobs that both draw people here and keep people here.
Op-eds
Remaining true to yourself is life’s greatest accomplishment | Opinion
As our society continues to grapple with gender identity, Ralph Waldo Emerson’s words resonate.
Question 1 is about voter ID. Period. | Jim Fossel
Voters need to cut through the noise and read the question, which is in no way backhanded. Opponents need to be honest about that fact.
Maine’s Question 1 is a Republican temper tantrum | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
If you can’t beat ’em, suppress ’em?
This malignant presidency must be stopped | Opinion
It’s time for a new political vision that embraces the best of America’s intentions.
Proposed tower does not match Portland’s character or identity | Opinion
Far from an urban lighthouse (really?), this 30-story building would be a violent, nonconforming intrusion.
Portland’s housing crisis is about affordability, not availability | Opinion
The city deserves development that serves its residents, not just its real estate market.
Dark money clouds circle Maine’s voter ID Question | Opinion
Question 1 has attracted the quiet support of far-right billionaires and Christian nationalists.
Maine teens need the outdoors more than ever | Nature Connects
Hands-on outdoor adventures help teens build confidence and community, inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.
With new funding on the way, Maine needs a bigger vision for rural health care | Opinion
To make the best use of its pending Rural Health Transformation Program money, the state must plan accordingly.