The candidate for U.S. Senate should know better than to spout conspiracy theories in violent times.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: Deal involving Waterboro manufacturer shows how Maine’s economy can grow
Most new jobs come from new companies, which can sprout from public research.
Our View: Republicans offer no health care agenda
Attacks on Obamacare continue, but there is no serious alternative from the Republican Party.
Another View: Democrats need to talk about the caravan
Compassion for the migrants can co-exist with support for the U.S. border’s integrity.
Our Endorsement: Questions 4 and 5 are part of effort to help build Maine’s workforce
Approval of the bonds would fund investment in education in key fields in the UMaine System and community college campuses.
Our Endorsement: Questions 2 and 3 pay for necessary maintenance
Maine should change the way it funds improvements to roads, bridges and other infrastructure, but until then, bonds will have to do.
Our Endorsement: No on Question 1 – plan lacks oversight
Its authors rightly identify a health care crisis among older adults and the disabled, but their strategy is misguided.
Our Endorsement: Editorial Board backs second term for Sen. Angus King
Two challengers offer bold alternatives, but we prefer the incumbent’s pragmatic approach.
Our Endorsement: Editorial Board endorses Chellie Pingree, Jared Golden for U.S. House
Pingree, the 1st District incumbent, stands up for Mainers; 2nd District U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin has fallen short.
Our Endorsement: Editorial Board picks Mills for governor
Practical plans and an understanding of government set her apart from the field.