Restoring the simple and meaningful 1901 design would be a great way to mark our bicentennial.
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Jim Fossel: Mills’ budget should only get better from here
The Legislature should look to limit spending as it takes on the new governor’s proposal.
Greg Kesich: Republicans still winning war on taxes
Rhetoric that treats tax rates as untouchable makes it impossible for government to meet the people’s needs.
JP Devine: Let’s party down with the State of the Union
Unfortunately, this year’s State of the Union address was uninspiring, writes J.P. Devine, and the next two don’t look appetizing unless some changes are made.
Maine Compass: Our state’s substance use crisis encompasses more than opioids
The renewed focus on fighting addiction must also take into account nicotine, alcohol and other drugs.
Maine Compass: Offering paid sick leave makes for healthier businesses, workers
The benefit reduces turnover, boosts productivity and stops the spread of illness.
Commentary: Scaring off Amazon will backfire for the left
Opponents of New York’s deal with Amazon are surely cheering Thursday’s news, but they’re on shaky ground politically, given that the arrival of Amazon has consistently polled well with voters.
Maine Compass: Shutdown’s toll on parks shows that rangers are essential staff
For lack of visitor supervision, invaluable cultural and natural sites were trashed.
Maine Compass: Step up and speak up on behalf of victims of drink spiking
Call 911, get the surveillance videos and advocate for the proper care and testing of the person targeted.
Douglas Rooks: Attack climate change locally
In the war against greenhouse gas emissions, municipalities have an obligation to act, such as with plastic bag bans.