poverty
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PublishedApril 20, 2020
Our View: Poverty is harmful, in and out of widespread emergencies
Robust assistance programs are needed now, and after the outbreak goes away.
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PublishedMarch 26, 2020
Our View: Congress enters the fight on COVID-19
But the largest aid package in history will probably not be enough to offset the economic damage caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak.
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PublishedMarch 7, 2020
Gina Barreca: Listening for the tell-tale sound of ‘class’
Don't confuse 'class' with 'cash.' It's a quality much deeper than money.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2020
Our View: Internet outages, dropped charges and child trauma
A Biddeford bus driver is owed an apology, and other comments on recent news.
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PublishedFebruary 2, 2020
The View From Here: Do we have to be the next San Jose?
In all the enthusiasm about a new research institute in Portland, there may be a better model that's closer to home.
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PublishedJanuary 24, 2020
Commentary: Maine Legislature must fund critical investment in housing
L.D. 1645, a proposed tax incentive, would benefit low-income families and seniors around the state.
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PublishedJanuary 23, 2020
Another View: Columnist Fossel off mark with tax cut comment
The Maine Legislature can't run a deficit, so tax cuts come at the cost of vital services.
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PublishedDecember 26, 2019
Commentary: Public-private partnerships are helping to keep Maine healthy
A nonprofit is working with officials to expand access to care in rural areas.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2019
Another View: Work requirement won’t increase hunger
History doesn't support hyperbolic criticism of new food stamp rules.
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PublishedDecember 11, 2019
Our View: First of all, homeless need stable housing
The death of a Brunswick man shows the importance of a permanent, affordable place to live.
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