Instead of developing America’s favorite assault rifle, Dick Dyke could have brought art into the world.

I am a Saco resident and currently attend Harvard University, studying government and economics. I am also the policy director at Maine Youth Action, a nonprofit that aims to empower youth activists to be involved in state politics. I am writing both as a climate activist and a concerned student, soon entering the workforce, to […]

I agree with letter writer Jay Gruber (“Failure of ballot Question 8 shames Maine,” Nov. 19) that Question 8, which lost by 7%, should have passed. But I don’t think a majority of Maine voters oppose having people under guardianship vote. Question 8 reads: “Do you favor amending the Constitution of Maine to remove a […]

Home starts at the hearth – and the city of Portland won’t stop violently destroying the only hearth some have. It is burrowing season, and getting colder. My cat is bonelessly draped in my lap, eyes closed in contentment, and feeling completely safe. I will never stop fighting for the chance for everyone to feel […]

I was saddened to read that John Clemente, a member of the Maine Legislature (1971-72), representing Portland and a member of the last Maine Executive Council (1975-76) representing Cumberland County, has passed away. I served with John on the executive council, and knew him in that role. John fulfilled his duties on the council with […]

There will be a new “sheriff” in town on Dec. 4 and I hope he takes the bull by the horns to straighten out our city’s homeless mess. We know that once the new building for our asylum seekers opens, it will open 120 beds plus the approved 50 extra beds for a total of […]

People deserve respect and support, especially from authorities, even if they are unhoused and dealing with substance abuse.