‘Repeal and delay’ would cause much worse havoc than anything now in the Affordable Care Act.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
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Our View: Pollution curbs on coal-fired plants have made Gulf of Maine tuna safer
Maine’s congressional delegation should resist efforts to roll back environmental policies that have helped to reduce mercury intake.
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Another View: Trump chooses the wrong way to stand up to China
His phone call with Taiwan and impulsive tweets risk misunderstanding and unintended consequences.
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Our View: DHHS’ plan offers best path forward for Riverview
Democrats may not trust the LePage administration, but delay won’t improve the available options.
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Our View: Public should get the facts on Russian election influence
As suggested by Angus King and other senators, further investigation will help us grasp the threat posed by those trying to disrupt American institutions.
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Our View: Three Maine ballot questions demand different responses
The marijuana law should get a quick fix. The high-income tax should get a deep dive. And the wage hike should be left alone.
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Another View: Rep. Lockman stokes division, promotes misunderstanding
As we move forward, I hope that Maine and our country can find common ground.
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Another View: Russia’s meddling goes deeper than hacking
Evidence mounts that Putin’s agents are trying to foment coups in Eastern Europe.
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Our View: Existing laws won’t stem felons’ gun purchases
The rejection of Question 3 is more evidence of Mainers’ reluctance to help keep firearms away from people like the gunman in last weekend’s shootings.
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Another View: Pope Francis speaks out against virus of polarization
The pontiff’s comments are applicable to every world inhabitant, believer and nonbeliever alike.