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Commentary: Practice makes profits – rising stars, name, image, likeness and cash

by Jac M. Arbour Special to the Press Herald June 21, 2023June 20, 2023

As recent changes to NCAA’s NIL rules give college athletes a major opportunity to earn income, they need financial education and professional support to ensure long-term financial success.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Maine can’t afford to lose our clean-energy momentum now

by Bob Cleaves Special to the Press Herald June 21, 2023June 20, 2023

L.D. 1986 will ensure an accurate accounting of net energy costs and benefits and fund solar facilities for low- and moderate-income Mainers.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Deficient, dangerous nurse staffing cannot stay as it is

by The Editorial Board June 21, 2023June 20, 2023

Debate over the nurse-to-patient ratio bill under consideration in Augusta has shed a stark light on how dismal it is to work at the bedside. Although a fix is desperately needed, L.D. 1639 is too blunt an instrument.

Op-eds, Opinion

Clarence Page: After 50 years in journalism, I advise caution in your search for truth

by Clarence Page Chicago Tribune June 21, 2023June 20, 2023

The news landscape requires more attention from consumers than ever.

Times Record Opinion

Dick Polman: Trump didn’t get the turnout he wanted for his Miami perp walk

by Dick Polman Guest column June 20, 2023June 19, 2023

On the eve of his federal arrest and arraignment, former president and criminal espionage defendant Donald Trump fled to his social media safe place and commanded his fascist foot soldiers to come forth in multitudinous numbers for a big beautiful mob scene at the Miami courthouse. “ALL HANDS ON DECK! SEE YOU IN MIAMI ON […]

Times Record Opinion

Elwood Watson: Why Juneteenth is more important than ever

by Elwood Watson Guest column June 20, 2023June 19, 2023

Black Americans are a community of people that have endured abominable levels of trials, abuse and tribulations. Our experience in this country includes rivers of blood, mountains of sweat and countless numbers of anguished tears. As a Black American, I am descended from a people for whom the history of slavery, lynching, segregation, black codes, […]

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Paid leave is good for people, business and Maine’s economy

by Dan Fishbein Special to the Press Herald June 20, 2023June 19, 2023

When people can take time off without the worry of losing pay, they stay in the workforce, are more committed to their employers and see healthier outcomes. I’ve seen it work at our own company.