Editorials - Portland Press Herald

Another View: Raising minimum wage would slow employment growth

by Tom Zimmerman April 8, 2013

There is a negative correlation between higher minimum wages and hiring for low-wage jobs.

A bill before the Legislature would make gun laws already on the books more enforceable.

Until traditional schools are fully funded, they should not be expected to pay for charters.

The Senate should hold an up-or-down vote on an important financial regulator’s nomination.

by William Cabana April 6, 2013

The college is not dismissive of American culture when it exposes students to the world.

Curtailing programs like Meals on Wheels will have a high cost for both seniors and taxpayers.

by BOB PELLETIER April 5, 2013

Productivity is higher when ailing workers are given time off, but to some it’s more vacation.

Towns that want to establish village centers should look at what’s going on in Standish.

by JEFF BORLAND April 4, 2013

A charter school proponent misstates the kind of offerings that exist in traditional schools.

If Wellness Connection fails to live up to a consent agreement, many patients will be left in the lurch.