refugees

Published
August 13, 2019

Trump rule change on public benefits sows ‘fear and confusion’ among Maine immigrants

The rule change, which would not apply to refugees or asylum seekers, would expand the definition of who might become a 'public charge' in need of benefits provided by taxpayers.
Published
August 13, 2019

Our View: Trump’s rule punishes legal immigrants

Using the full power of the U.S. government to add to the misery of people without power is cruel and pointless.
Published
August 4, 2019

In ‘Pray for the Girl,’ an injured veteran searches for the brutal killer of an Afghan immigrant

Set in a fictional Maine town, Joseph Souza's latest thriller is well-meaning but clumsily done.
Published
June 20, 2019

Maine Voices: Giving refugees a hand up instead of a handout benefits us all

Proposed foreign aid cuts would eliminate a volunteer farmer training program and other initiatives that help people start anew.
Published
October 18, 2018

Trump threatens to close U.S.-Mexico border, end trade deal if migrant caravan isn’t stopped

In a series of tweets Thursday, Trump vowed to stop U.S. aid to Central American countries and threatened the Mexican government.
Published
October 17, 2018

In Lewiston, Somali Bantu refugees get in on the hot trend of food trucks

They use ingredients they've grown at nearby farms for dishes that are both delicious and bittersweet.
Published
October 14, 2018

Homegrown: Cookies, with a heaping side portion of love

A portion of profits from c.love cookies goes to organizations that work with new Mainers.
Published
October 11, 2018

Our View: U.N. climate report is our Pearl Harbor moment

The politics of division won't work to fight a threat like global warming.
Published
September 5, 2018

Another View: U.S. must speed up refugee reviews for Iraqis who aided our troops in war

A huge backlog is stalling Iraqis who risked their lives and those of their families to help Americans in a time of need.
Published
April 28, 2018

Uncertain future for unwelcome migrant caravan at U.S.-Mexico border

The migrants, who bring searing stories of murdered family members and gang threats back in Central America, plan a Sunday rally at a border fence prior to requesting asylum from U.S. Customs officers.