ballot question

Published
January 21, 2023

Commentary: To protect the free speech of all Maine voters, we must take action now

No other state in the country has such a strong tradition of ordinary citizens standing up for our rights as voters against big donors. That energy must be sustained in 2023.
Published
January 19, 2023

Our View: Road to right to repair littered with obstacles

It’s no surprise that a data access referendum question will likely make it to the Maine ballot, but any vote in favor will be forcefully challenged.
Published
November 4, 2022

Commentary: Why I’ll be voting ‘no’ on Question D

To eliminate the tip credit assumes a massive risk for many businesses and employees in Portland.
Published
November 4, 2022

Commentary: Why I support ‘yes’ on Portland’s Question D

And Questions B and C. But Question D, above all, would finally grant me and other gig workers a living wage.
Published
November 2, 2022

Mayor Snyder: Portland residents deserve a better process – let’s start by voting ‘no’

When an elected body oversees professionals employed to carry out the everyday work of municipal government, representative democracy is realized.
Published
October 28, 2022

Maine Voices: All Mainers need paid family and medical leave – not just some of us

When crisis strikes, we should be able to take time to care for our loved ones without risking our jobs or housing.
Published
October 28, 2022

Commentary: ‘Right to repair’ protects consumers’ freedom to choose

Access to vehicles’ data is good for competition. My business and many others hope the people of Maine will agree.
Published
October 15, 2022

Commentary: It’s vital for us to keep the port in Portland

The negative effects of ballot Question E – to limit cruise ships – don’t stop at unemployment and gentrification.
Published
October 14, 2022

Superintendent Botana: ‘Yes’ on Question 5 will let Portland school board do its job

Let Portland Public Schools and school board members focus on students’ needs in the budget process without City Council second-guessing.
Published
October 8, 2022

Commentary: All five DSA initiatives wrong for Portland

The measures, which would complicate life for local residents, betray a clear misunderstanding of how the economy and markets work.