Maine’s Matthew Dunlap is in danger of legitimizing a commission that was built to prove a falsehood.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: Global warming needs political climate change
It’s time for leaders to catch up with the people, who believe the science and are ready to act.
Another View: Trump makes a bold, bipartisan move on DACA
The president deserves praise for bucking his party to do something positive for ‘dreamers.’
Another View: Merkel’s likely re-election a hopeful sign both at home and abroad
Politically and economically, the German chancellor approaches her job with a steady hand.
Our View: Rising economic tide leaves too many Mainers behind
The LePage administration’s cuts to supports for working parents are feeding persistent poverty among children.
Our View: LePage cuts mean more Mainers end up hungry
Barriers touted as ways to ensure fiscal responsibility are keeping those who deserve it from getting help.
Our View: Ignoring higher risk of floods won’t make them less likely
Maine’s congressional delegation should resist cuts in funds for hazard mapping, public education and disaster mitigation.
Our View: Cybercrimes can hit as hard as a hurricane
And as with predictable disasters, we all have a duty to protect ourselves and each other.
Our View: Program should balance privacy with security
As a result of 9/11, a program to spy on foreign citizens has also collected data on innocent Americans.
Our View: More than a few Maine seniors need housing help
Gov. LePage focuses on one elderly couple’s plight but fails to take steps that could benefit many others like them.