Court rulings and legislative meddling have weakened the citizen-initiated finance law.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Another View: Tagging Yosemite National Park isn’t art – it’s theft
The making of marks on pristine Western landscapes merits severe penalties.
Our View: Maine’s investment in natural gas expansion raises questions
Electricity ratepayers could be on the hook for up to $1.5 billion if the project doesn’t pan out.
Our View: Maine’s Ebola reaction based on fear, not science
Fortunately, nurse Kaci Hickox was able to tell the truth about the real threats of Ebola.
Another View: Question 1, not IFW, offers balanced bear management plan
Depending on Maine legislators to take action overlooks their allegiance to the hunting community.
Our View: Slurs from the stands cloud soccer teams’ friendly rivalry
Events at a Deering-Scarborough game show the need to educate fans about diversity.
Our View: Ranked-choice petition first step toward reform
The two-party system has changed, but our electoral process has stayed the same.
Our View: Vote ‘yes’ on 6 to protect Maine’s water, environment
Questions 2 – for an animal and plant disease lab – and 3 – to capitalize small businesses – also deserve support Nov. 4.
Our View: Public officials missed chance to calm Ebola frenzy
Instead, the state is threatening court-ordered isolation of a Fort Kent nurse in a situation where it’s not justified.
Our View: Ebola overreaction won’t build public’s confidence
Prudent steps, not panic, are what will protect the population from an infectious disease crisis.