Editorials - Portland Press Herald

Another View: Wealth redistribution hurts poor, middle class of any age

Charges of ‘generational theft’ overlook the role of tax cuts and outsourcing in fostering income inequality.

Question 1 would give city officers the authority to stop making needless arrests for possession.

Two back-to-back procedural blocks of nominees – one in which Susan Collins participated – show where the system needs fixing.

by Rosemarie De Angelis November 1, 2013

The oil campaign opposing the Waterfront Protection Ordinance is based on fear. Don’t be fooled.

Eliminating a $75,000 pilot transition program for foreign-trained professionals will cost Maine much more than it saves.

With SNAP to be slashed starting Friday and more cuts possible, the needy are in the crosshairs.

by The Washington Post October 31, 2013

Tightening how doctors prescribe drugs containing hydrocodone represents a long-overdue shift.

by Andrew Soucy of Biddeford October 30, 2013

Most of the proposals make sense, but Question 2 – aiding the fiscally mismanaged university system – is a ‘no.’

Sentencing Christopher T. Knight to a special, intensive program will ensure he gets the help he needs.

The problem is not that there are too many people seeking help, but that there is not enough affordable housing.