No one can doubt that more schools for Afghan and Pakistani children are badly needed.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View:Scenery vs. billboards is no contest
Those with long memories may recall 1984 as the year the last billboard on a Maine highway came down. An effort in 2003 to change the law failed. A quarter of a century without billboards is a real achievement. Why mess it up now?
Our View: Too early for Obamato start the next campaign
Maybe it’s just the politics of the times — policy gridlock, do-nothing legislatures, perpetual campaigns. But it’s nonetheless distressing to see the president of the United States focused on his re-election effort in a way that makes it seem, at least, that he cares about nothing else.
Another View: Scripture points the wayto ethical budget deliberations
Christian teachings on love and charity describe the values that should guide us.
Our View: New catch limits signal success of new fish rules
State and federal authorities should fight to keep a system that appears to be working.
Another View: Wealthy should pay more to fairly balance the budget
A Press Herald editorial makes claims about tax burden that are not supported by facts.
Our View: Pier owner can’t fault city for sticking to rules
Property that was zoned for marine use only was never going to be an easy site for a hotel.
Our View: Travelers don’t need generic threat warnings
Passengers want specific information they can use to make a decision on when it’s safe to fly.
Our View: Neighborhoods need a tougher graffiti policy
Treating vandalism as if it were artwork does not make Portland a safer place to live.
Our View: In prom season, families should talk about alcohol
There are more risks than just drunken driving that teens and parents should understand.