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Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: This is not your father’s inflation
The economic conditions that drove double-digit inflation in the 1970s are not at play today.
Our View: Thrifty Mainers should have the ‘right to repair’
The Federal Trade Commission is right to take on manufacturers that have purposely made their items difficult to fix.
Our View: Look out for scams targeting older Mainers
The experience of a Waterville couple shows how easy it is to fall into a trap. Fortunately, it’s also easy to protect yourself.
Our View: Biden’s gaffe tells truth about Facebook
As the company allows lies about vaccine safety to spread, it allows the virus to spread.
Our View: Congress shouldn’t wait to end prohibition on pot
The vast majority of Americans agree that the drug should be legal in some way, and the federal law is only holding back a legitimate industry.
Our View: Questions regarding Maine’s child protective system could not be more urgent
Reforming the system, and building more resilient families, are worth it, but will take time. In the meantime, how can we stop the next tragedy?
Another View: How Donald Trump can help turn the COVID tide
The former president has a perfect opportunity to look like a hero. Will he take it?
Our View: Federal earmarks will add accountability, not corruption
Constituents in Maine should be able to appeal to their U.S. senators or representative to seek funding for important local projects.
Our View: Gov. Mills’ veto won’t end public power debate
Fed-up consumers will still likely get the last word on the future ownership of Maine’s electric grid.