Editorials - Portland Press Herald

Another View: Criticism of Columbus overlooks navigator’s monumental feats

Cynthia Dill’s tirade fails to take into account how different the 15th century was from today.

by The Editorial Board October 13, 2017October 13, 2017

Washington is trying to roll back safeguards and expose every coastline to the risks of oil extraction.

by The Washington Post October 13, 2017October 12, 2017

Turkish ruler Recep Tayyip Erdogan makes no bones about using American prisoners as pawns to pressure the U.S.

by The Washington Post October 12, 2017October 11, 2017

And its leaders should allow the would-be country in northern Iraq to return to democracy and the rule of law.

by The Editorial Board October 12, 2017October 11, 2017

Requiring Mainers to go to a courthouse to see the material effectively keeps it hidden.

by Chicago Tribune October 11, 2017October 10, 2017

Predators must realize that their misconduct has consequences – and company directors need to stop turning a blind eye.

by The Editorial Board October 11, 2017October 11, 2017

The administration is catering to President Trump’s base while using religious belief as an excuse to deprive female workers of much-needed care.

by THE EDITORIAL BOARD October 10, 2017October 9, 2017

A warming climate and polluted air are all we have to gain from keeping dirty power plants running.

by The Washington Post October 10, 2017October 9, 2017

Police should have to get a warrant to see data on common crimes collected by intelligence agencies under FISA.

by The Editorial Board October 9, 2017October 8, 2017

It makes sense to shield Maine taxpayers from sudden spikes in demand for state funds.