opinion

Published
May 30, 2019

Commentary: Amid fractures, Europe is becoming a single political space

The European parliamentary elections show that nobody is 'winning.'
Published
May 30, 2019

Our View: Crisis coming on elder care finance

The current generation of retirees can't get by on their retirement benefits, and the generations behind them are in worse shape.
Published
May 30, 2019

Maine Voices: Working together to fight climate change, Mainers can make a difference

It's time to mobilize for the common good, like our forebears did on the homefront during WWII and the Patriots do today.
Published
May 29, 2019

William Cohen: When will Republican silence on Trump end?

Republicans' position that the redacted Mueller report has resolved all issues is untenable.
Published
May 29, 2019

Leonard Pitts: In letting fake Pelosi video stand, Facebook shows its true colors

The social media colossus is ducking the great responsibility that comes with its great power.
Published
May 29, 2019

Maine Voices: Proposal to revive offshore wind project does not pass the smell test

Maine Aqua Ventus should remain on hold until key PUC questions have been answered.
Published
May 29, 2019

Commentary: It will take a village of Republicans like Justin Amash to impeach Trump

If other Republicans don't stand with the Michigan congressman, starting impeachment proceedings will only boost the president's chances of re-election.
Published
May 28, 2019

Commentary: Trump’s war on official math muddies waters in policy debate

The administration is chipping away at the reliability of federal agencies that are supposed to produce unbiased information.
Published
May 28, 2019

Commentary: Veteran suicide interventions ineffective so far

Every day, 20 veterans kill themselves, and that should not be tolerated by a grateful nation.
Published
May 27, 2019

Maine Voices: Portland International Jetport is a bad neighbor

Despite years of complaints, the jetport still routes incoming flights over residential neighborhoods, flying low and loud.