After Tuesday’s persuasive win, perhaps the media can stop asking who Graham Platner is and start focusing on what he represents.
Op-eds
A common-sense fix for Medicare’s three-day rule | Opinion
The proposed Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act would enhance access to the skilled nursing care that patients deserve.
The fight for America’s future has kicked off in Maine | Opinion
The U.S. Senate showdown between Susan Collins and Graham Platner shows us what’s at stake in the coming midterms.
Protect the lands around western Maine’s Wild River | Opinion
The federal government threatens to revoke protections for roadless areas in Maine’s White Mountains National Forest and across the country.
License plate readers support public safety | Opinion
Modern criminal activity has become more mobile and coordinated. Authorities must do what they can to keep up.
Susan Collins needs to stand up to attacks on public lands | Opinion
Utah Sen. Mike Lee has been a one-man wrecking crew on behalf of the fossil fuel lobby. Maine’s senior senator would be wise to oppose these efforts in her reelection bid.
Help Maine fight the invasive emerald ash borer | Opinion
This destructive beetle is threatening to consume roughly 5% of our state’s forests as well as endangering a vital part of Wabanaki culture.
For our nation’s 250th, why not the best? | Steve Collins
To meaningfully renew the American spirit, we should be embracing our past.
MainePERS needs to divest from fossil fuels. Now. | Opinion
The state’s public employees retirement system has yet to comply with a 2021 mandate requiring it to do so. Why?
Calling on Sen. Collins to protect grant funding for survivors of domestic abuse | Opinion
With community organizations already trying to stretch limited resources, securing the future of the Community Development Block Grant program is critical.