Whether for building homes or making products, buying local wood can help Maine both financially and psychologically.
Maine Voices
Opinion columns submitted by the public to the Portland Press Herald.
Maine Voices: Regulatory Accountability Act would undermine our ability to do business
This misguided legislation, if it passes, would take Maine and our nation in the wrong direction.
Fort Gorges inspection tour violated Maine’s Freedom of Access law
The issue of what is a ‘public proceeding’ was clearly decided in a court case 25 years ago.
Businesses will be hurting without a sustained J-1 student visa program
Our summer resorts aren’t alone in their need for a reliable stream of young foreign workers.
Maine Voices: Our political system needs an independent, solution-driven third party
Too often Democratic and Republican political parties agree on a goal, like health insurance for all, but get stuck in battles over ideology.
Maine Voices: The perfect DACA storm offers a chance to pocket a win for all Americans
This may be a chance for a bipartisan victory that legislates a program for a group people care about.
Maine Voices: All arguments clearly favor Portland’s new recycling carts
The city stands to benefit from the cost savings and environmental advantages.
Maine Voices: Sex education too little, too late for our young people
Students are starting college without the requisite knowledge to make informed choices for themselves.
Housing first helps both the homeless and the community
All Mainers are welcome to come celebrate the opening Tuesday of Huston Commons.
We should all respect our anthem, as well as our prayer time
All of our goals for America could be realized if we as a nation become united in our prayers.