The U.S. could push for a regional issue that would be a prudent compromise.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: Lawsuit probes weaknesses in Maine records laws
The LePage administration’s hostility hinders the transparent operation of government.
Our View: In Gov. LePage’s view, no one has right answers but him
His resistance to a legislative deal on ‘nips’ deposits is just the latest in a long list of policy stances shaped by his gripes and prejudices.
Another View: Dill makes dubious case in favor of FBI director’s firing
A series of events forced the former director’s hand to reveal investigation into Hillary Clinton’s emails..
Another View: You might be helping computer hackers
The recent ransomware attack show that lessons from the past still haven’t been learned.
Our View: Tycoon’s avocado economics lesson is a hard one to swallow
A well-publicized sermon about millennials’ free-spending brunches ignores far greater obstacles to young people’s financial security.
Our View: Cold-storage building will keep the ‘port’ in Portland
A zoning change to allow a taller building would let the city pursue its historic cargo role with a modern twist.
Our View: Give economic panel the funding it needs to plan for Maine’s future
The state should have a long-term strategy that’s sound enough to weather political storms.
Another View: On Portland cold-storage proposal, opponents’ math doesn’t add up
Their view that a small facility would be adequate is wishful thinking.