Maine Voices - Portland Press Herald

Mansion tax could help put our state’s financial house back in order

by Jim Barr Special to the Press Herald July 6, 2017July 5, 2017

Unlike a surtax on higher incomes, this might mostly fall on non-Mainers, many of whom wouldn’t notice.

by Susan Cook Special to the Press Herald July 5, 2017July 4, 2017

The roots of the American spirit we glorify at this time of year often rest in people’s resilience in leaving.

by Joseph W. Gauld Special to the Press Herald July 4, 2017July 3, 2017

Our Founding Fathers envisioned this kind of leader when they defined America as a set of beliefs.

by Kathryn E. Bourgoin Special to the Press Herald July 3, 2017July 3, 2017

The right not to be killed by a nuclear weapon is a human right, yet the U.S. is adding to its arsenal.

by John Glowa Special to the Telegram July 2, 2017July 1, 2017

Studies show that spending money trying to control our native population of coywolves is almost entirely a waste.

by Charles Scontras Special to the Press Herald July 1, 2017June 30, 2017

Maine’s history offers early examples of prejudice against workers who labored with their hands.

by Jeffrey Libby Special to the Press Herald June 30, 2017June 30, 2017

Only quality rehabilitative programs can transform prisoners into functioning members of society.

by Leslie Clark Special to the Press Herald June 29, 2017June 29, 2017

Wellness includes many factors, but let’s start with national health care – and new ways of delivering it.

by Lori Parham and Hilary Schneider Special to the Press Herald June 27, 2017June 27, 2017

We urge Maine Sen. Susan Collins to stand her ground against the Better Care Reconciliation Act.

by Joshua Gear Special to the Press Herald June 26, 2017June 26, 2017

It’s part of the same moral responsibility that Americans share for public safety and education.