The senator projects an image of fighting for funding and projects that benefit hard-working Mainers. To me, it’s all a slick advertising display.
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Maine’s juvenile offenders and at-risk youth have been cast aside again | Opinion
The repurposing of the Long Creek Youth Development Center is stalled once again. What is stopping Maine legislators from being the force to invest in our youth?
Maine’s shelter safety net is wearing out | Opinion
While the additional $1.5 million in the governor’s supplemental budget is a definite boost, we need to allocate more permanent funding.
South Portland officials can no longer ignore what’s in the air | Opinion
We may not be able to move neighborhoods away from the city’s chemical tanks, but we can refuse to march more people into danger.
Androscoggin River fish runs must be restored | Opinion
With the Brunswick Hydroelectric Dam currently up for relicensing, it’s now or never to force the dam’s owner to adhere to Clean Water Act standards for safe passage of native fish species.
The story of ‘Angela of Angola’ resonates in today’s Maine | Opinion
The best way to honor the first documented African woman in the English colonies is to build a country where belonging is not questioned.
Veterans like Graham Platner understand the threats and enemies we face | Opinion
I’m always on the lookout for allies. I see one in Platner.
Portland needs to find a way to keep its warming shelter open | Opinion
Human physiology does not recognize budget shortfalls or staffing challenges.
Want to invest in Maine’s future? Invest in affordable child care. | Opinion
Early childhood educators are the workforce behind the workforce — let’s recognize that by financing that work.
How to chip away at ICE in our communities | Opinion
Many of us went to protests to voice outrage at this winter’s immigration enforcement action in Maine. For better or worse, I chose a quieter approach.