Expected to be signed by Gov. Mills, the law’s expansion makes clear that saving lives, not making arrests, should be the focus at the scene of an overdose.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
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Our View: Maine has what it takes to compete in space race
The Legislature and Gov. Mills were right to take the bold step this session of establishing the Maine Space Port Corp., which plays off the state’s features.
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Another View: Trump-fueled Republican culture wars target gay pride flag
The focus of public schools ought to be on introducing students to the realities of the world they live in – not just similarities we all share but differences as well.
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Our View: Gov. Mills, lawmakers find common ground
Last minute compromises on utility regulation and the Good Samaritan law make Maine better able to meet its challenges.
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Another View: ‘President Le Pen’ would be a disaster for France
Her program poses a grave threat to her fellow citizens – and to global stability. The choice in Sunday’s election should be clear.
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Our View: Anthem not telling the whole story in Maine price dispute
A $136 bag of saline is a sign of a bad system, not price gouging by MaineHealth.
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Our View: Maine lawmakers missed chance to fix indigent legal aid
While the state clings to its unique criminal defense setup, people are being denied their constitutional rights.
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Our View: Federal judge shows agenda in mask mandate case
In matters of public health, the opinion of an activist jurist with a dictionary shouldn’t carry more weight than a team of scientific experts.
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Our View: Maine’s local governments need not rush to spend federal COVID aid
The coronavirus pandemic will have long-term effects, and the response should also have a long horizon.
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Our View: Consequences came far too slowly for officers who abused their power
Even after evidence of their misconduct surfaced, the officers kept working for years.