If there are any Republicans still on the fence, they should ask themselves who stands to benefit from continuing to refuse these federal funds.
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: Student loan rates must remain workable
A bill that would turn fixed-rate federal loans into adjustable-rate loans should be defeated.
Another View: Bowen’s education reform ideas come from out-of-state groups
Public schools need more support, not undermining, from the state’s political leaders.
Another View: Big-government advocate used extreme examples in column
Conservatives do support government — one that does not overreach and run up debt.
Our View: Congress Square plan good deal for Portland
City councilors should consider whether they could ever get a better offer if they say ‘no’ now.
Our View: Falling short on ensuring women’s heart health
Cardiac disease is widespread and lethal, and U.S. and state officials must do more to halt it.
Another View: Journalist abandons objectivity when discussing president
A column on the Obama administration’s ‘bad pattern’ is highly critical of Republicans.
Another View: Downtown District is not neglecting Congress Square
Property owners continue to support maintenance and programming in the park.
Our View: Work force training bill belongs in state budget
Even in a tough year, this would be a smart investment in Maine’s future.
Our View: Lawmakers should override Medicaid veto
The governor wants his bill or nothing at all. But nothing would be the wrong choice for Maine.