Will we turn people away and absorb far greater costs later, or will we act with foresight, compassion and integrity?
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Rockport tree poisoning case reminds us you can’t put a price on reputation | Steve Collins
When money doesn’t act as a deterrent, what does?
Cap high hospital charges in Maine | Opinion
Unchecked growth in commercial pricing has been destabilizing for our state. A bill before the Legislature stands to improve the picture.
After decades of competing, public universities are collaborating for Maine | Opinion
The taxpayer and tuition dollars invested in our system are delivering a greater return than ever before.
A Trump triumphal arch risks sending an old, aggressive message | Opinion
If the president gets his way, the world’s largest such arch will be erected in D.C. I’d suggest we give close thought to the style’s historical significance — and proceed with caution.
Maine’s electrical grid investment can’t be deferred | Opinion
Every year we wait, our aging infrastructure becomes more vulnerable and more expensive to fix.
Graham Platner goes punk in Portland | Opinion
‘Shuck the Oligarchy: In Which a Maine Oyster Farmer Running for Senate Crowd Surfs at a Concert.’
Maine Democrats have me excited about the future | Opinion
The party has several excellent candidates running for governor. Find one who resonates with you and get behind them.
Online romance scams prey on our basic nature | Opinion
These deceptions succeed because they are built around something profoundly, inherently human: the wish to be desired and to be chosen.
Maine needs all hands on deck for health care affordability | Opinion
Punishing insurers is not the answer.