A synagogue gunman’s anti-Semitic statements represent an ideology that’s being articulated with increasing volume.
Maine Voices
Opinion columns submitted by the public to the Portland Press Herald.
Maine Voices: Recognizing the stakes, young people leading the fight for climate justice
Those who have caused or enabled catastrophic carbon emissions won’t live to endure the crisis.
Maine Voices: Open-primary bill will make election system more inclusive
Allowing independent voters to cast primary ballots will continue our state’s proud tradition of reform.
Maine Voices: To celebrate Earth Day all year long, look out for your fellow humans
Shovel your neighbor’s driveway, share your lunch, give blood – and 50 other ways to promote physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.
Maine Voices: Denial of coverage places further burden on those seeking abortion care
Neither money nor geography should stand in the way of equal access to reproductive health services.
Maine Voices: CMP plan will allow us to cut emissions while maintaining robust economy
Expanding the use of electricity derived from ‘green’ sources will help achieve decarbonization.
Maine Voices: State should put projects on hold, plan for clean-energy future
The potential impact of NECEC and similar proposals on Maine’s iconic landscape must be considered before any action is taken.
Maine Voices: Local clean elections program would open door to more Portland candidates
Public campaign financing for municipal races would make it easier for all citizens to seek public office.
Maine Voices: Establishing overdose-prevention sites will save Mainers’ lives
The Legislature has a chance to lead the nation in harm-reduction practice by passing L.D. 949.
Maine Voices: Bayside the wrong place for healing shelter
In a neighborhood working to get back on its feet, women who are trying to do the same run the risk of being retraumatized.