Op-eds - Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: In defense of hillbilly religion, and regular folks of simple faith

by Charles Todorich Special to the Press Herald February 4, 2020February 4, 2020

A recent jibe by NBC’s Chuck Todd is the latest salvo in the half-century assault on the intellectual respectability of religious belief.

by Dr. Leana S. Wen Special to The Baltimore Sun February 4, 2020February 4, 2020

What will sicken us and our loved ones is far more likely to be the disease that spreads among us every year.

by Sandy and Ole Jaeger Special to the Press Herald February 3, 2020February 3, 2020

It is wrong to presume that any cancer is anything but a fearful occurrence in one’s life.

In all the enthusiasm about a new research institute in Portland, there may be a better model that’s closer to home.

Maine’s senior senator would do well to heed her own words from 2016 about the man who would become president.

by Steven Price Special to the Telegram February 2, 2020February 3, 2020

There are drawbacks to an intentionally solitary life, but plusses too.

by Roger Lowenstein Special to the Telegram February 2, 2020February 1, 2020

Extremist vitriol notwithstanding, a close look at her record shows that she has earned her center-right reputation.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal February 2, 2020February 1, 2020

Coming to terms with cats, day care and men with beards is an ongoing challenge for a newcomer to the family.

A surplus of enthusiasm can overcome a deficit in the campaign war chest.

by Robert Skoglund February 1, 2020February 1, 2020

As he lies and insults people, I can’t stop reading about and watching him.