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Maine Voices
Opinion columns submitted by the public to the Portland Press Herald.
Maine Voices: Developing financial literacy makes cents for people of all ages
In Maine and across the U.S., personal-finance education is critical to addressing the savings crisis that’s putting consumer solvency at risk.
Maine Voices: After trade war, it’s unclear if Beijing, Washington can forge productive relationship
The U.S. can’t stop China’s rise, but it can compete on innovation – and it should join forces to address transnational problems.
Maine Voices: Despite Sen. Collins’ failure to protect ACA, there’s still hope for the law’s future
Thanks to the U.S. House shake-up, the conversation is moving from saving Obamacare to strengthening it.
Maine Voices: City shouldn’t go it alone on paid sick days
The proposed policy wouldn’t help workers or their employers because it would interfere with their ability to do the right thing.
Maine Voices: Reform bill would allow DACA recipients to give back to U.S.
A USM student who’s lived here since he was 4 sees the Dream and Promise Act of 2019 as a sign of hope.
Maine Voices: Amid shock, grief of abortion late in pregnancy, I’m coping by advocating for other women
Nobody should have to go without abortion care for lack of insurance coverage.
Maine Voices: Fundraiser benefits battle against epidemic youth vaping
Register by May 20 for the Trek Across Maine, which has raised over $24 million for lung research and advocacy since 1985.
Maine Voices: Don’t let Clean Water Rule be replaced by ‘Dirty Water Rule’
We must oppose efforts to weaken protections for our streams and rivers and urge our congressional delegation to do the same.
Maine Voices: Trump should run Homeland Security like a business
Choose candidates with proven abilities and relevant experience for critical leadership positions – don’t leave them empty or hire presidential pals.