“Nurses are special people who provide extraordinary care.” I agree with that statement from a recent opinion piece (“Commentary: Proposed ratios will not bring needed nurses into the profession,” May 5), but that is where the agreement ends. The authors claim that nurses earned the “pride and respect of every citizen” throughout the pandemic. Pride […]

Upon conclusion of the Eliot Cutler child pornography case, I’m writing to express my disgust with the lenient plea deal he received from the Hancock County District Attorney’s Office: nine months in prison with six years of probation. It’s apparent that Mr. Cutler’s status and wealth served him well. He was allowed to retain his […]

The question is not whether abortion is good or bad. The question is about a woman’s right to choose. It is the right of every woman to make the choice about her health care. Each individual’s circumstance is different, and no one knows better than that person what avenue is best for them to choose. […]

I’m a gun owner and had to read a recent letter twice (“Letter to the editor: Arming school staff is a wise safety strategy,” May 10). “Stunned” falls woefully short of my reaction. Training? Teachers will not go through training like police officers or practice regularly to achieve proficiency. They will not be required to […]

I am writing in reference to legislation that would establish sustainable funding for recovery community centers in Maine. I strongly recommend that people support this proposal as it moves through the respective Maine legislative committees. The proposal would recommend the use of monies from taxes collected on recreational marijuana sales for use in the creation […]

The city of Portland program to clear out large homeless encampments will not solve the problem. The city’s homeless will simply set up somewhere else. Remember Deering Oaks? Some homeless people will never go to a shelter. They camp year-round and have accumulated lots of belongings – tents, sleeping bags, coolers, propane heaters, barbecues, etc. […]

In response to the article of May 3 (“Plans to remove Bayside Trail encampment on hold as city seeks more feedback”): We believe the current situation requires an emergency response similar to what happens in a natural disaster. Food, clothing, shelter and health are equal priorities that should be addressed immediately. We suggest: 1. Erect […]