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PublishedMay 2, 2019
Our View: Indigenous Peoples Day more than a day off
A new holiday will be a chance to reflect on a painful history that has been obscured.
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PublishedMay 1, 2019
Abortion providers, critics split on Mills’ bill to expand access to services
Proposed by Gov. Janet Mills and sponsored by House Speaker Sara Gideon, the bill would allow physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses to perform abortions.
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PublishedMay 1, 2019
Commentary: Keep public school options open for Maine children
Caps on the number of and enrollment at charter institutions would restrict opportunities to learn.
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PublishedMay 1, 2019
Our View: Conversion therapy should be part of the past
The state of Maine should no longer put its stamp of approval on this abhorrent practice.
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PublishedApril 30, 2019
Gov. Mills proposes climate council to pursue emissions, energy goals
Following up on earlier pledges, the governor proposes setting ambitious goals for reducing Maine's greenhouse gas emissions and obtaining electricity from renewable energy sources.
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PublishedApril 30, 2019
Maine Senate passes bill to ban Native American school mascots
The measure, which comes after a divisive, years-long debate in Skowhegan, has now received initial approval in both chambers of the Legislature.
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PublishedApril 30, 2019
Our View: Texts and calls could save jail costs
A doctor or dentist does not rely on patients' memories to make sure they keep their appointments. The courts shouldn't, either.
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PublishedApril 29, 2019
Bill would curb data selling by Maine internet service providers
Lawmakers are scheduled to take up a measure Tuesday that would require Maine internet service providers to obtain consent before sharing customer data with a third party.
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PublishedApril 29, 2019
Maine Voices: Open-primary bill will make election system more inclusive
Allowing independent voters to cast primary ballots will continue our state's proud tradition of reform.
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PublishedApril 27, 2019
Maine Voices: Denial of coverage places further burden on those seeking abortion care
Neither money nor geography should stand in the way of equal access to reproductive health services.
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