Our View: Don’t waste state’s time with secret wind panel

Editorials

Published
June 21, 2018

Our View: Don’t waste state’s time with secret wind panel

No public policy of any value could emerge from a process as flawed as this one.
Published
June 20, 2018

Another View: More libraries doing just fine without late-material fees

In some cases, jettisoning fines can actually improve library circulation – and the bottom line.
Published
June 20, 2018

Our View: Child separation policy belongs to Trump, congressional Republicans

The caging of hundreds of kids at our border follows months of rhetoric and rules demonizing immigrants.
Published
June 19, 2018

Another View: Mexico’s Trump would be an adversary on our southern border

The leading presidential candidate attacks democratic institutions and the incumbent’s economic reforms.
Published
June 19, 2018

Our View: Wells-Ogunquit school board deserves cheers for team mascot vote

The district does the right thing in ending a tradition that is offensive to some Indians.
Published
June 18, 2018

Our View: It’s right to protest family separations

Our tradition of civil disobedience tells us how to respond to unjust government action.
Published
June 17, 2018

Another View: Child protective system should include support for families

Better clinical assessments are necessary, but there are many facets of the system that need further attention.
Published
June 17, 2018

Our View: It’s beyond question – justice system fails kids

Maine’s chief justice points out that the state does not have enough options short of prison.
Published
June 16, 2018

Another View: Justice Department’s seizure of reporter’s records could be start of dangerous campaign

The Trump administration glories in reviling the press – and it may be escalating its tactics.
Published
June 15, 2018

Another View: Hurricane Maria death toll is not just a matter of guesswork

The disputed figure of more than 4,000 lives lost is the most accurate estimate of storm-related deaths.