Editorials

Published
January 13, 2023

Another View: McCarthy’s House rules could weaken ethics oversight

In its first act, the House has moved to make it harder to investigate corruption by its members. So much for a ‘government that is held accountable.’
Published
January 12, 2023

Our View: Incarceration should not be a death sentence

Premature deaths at Maine prisons and jails are on the rise. It's time we all took notice.
Published
January 11, 2023

Our View: Get used to uneasy times for winter recreation

Snow-starved seasons like this one have serious ramifications for Maine and the rest of the Northeast.
Published
January 9, 2023

Another View: Dangerous dip in vaccine confidence puts kids at risk

So many parents are opting out of childhood measles immunizations that public health officials now consider this preventable disease an imminent threat in every region of the world.
Published
January 6, 2023

Our View: Ice storm of ’98 showed Mainers how life should be

When the disastrous storm hit, people stepped up to help others in ways large and small. We can and should tap into this spirit more often.
Published
January 6, 2023

Our View: Lack of consequences for Santos’ fabulism humiliates us all

It’s not about the death of local media – it’s about the death of shame.
Published
January 5, 2023

Another View: Time is running out for Afghan evacuees

Lawmakers couldn’t find room in the latest spending bill to give thousands of U.S. allies the chance at a green card. The new Congress should fix that mistake swiftly.
Published
January 4, 2023

Our View: Stigma cannot apply to saving lives

The expanded use of Narcan to keep Mainers alive has made its value inarguable. Now let's keep going.
Published
January 1, 2023

Our View: The time for a serious road safety intervention is now

The carnage on Maine roads last year should never be repeated. Solutions are available.
Published
December 31, 2022

Another View: A needed safeguard on future elections

It is important to remember that the Electoral Count Reform Act is not just a safeguard against the possible return of Donald Trump.

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