Siobhan Brett

Editorial Page Editor

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Published
August 9, 2022

Our View: Democrats’ bill makes big gains on climate, prescription drugs

It’s a pared-down version of the Build Back Better proposal that failed last year, but it still represents significant advancements on a number of issues facing Americans.
Published
August 8, 2022

Maine Voices: Watching the baptism of a beach kid

What a joy it is to witness a happy first foray into the sea.
Published
August 7, 2022

Jim Fossel: Legislative Republicans’ infighting puts party at risk

The aggressive maneuvers of the Dinner Party PAC are driving a wedge between it and incumbent leadership.
Published
August 7, 2022

Maine Voices: What if the balance demanded by the Fairness Doctrine could exist today?

A frequently chaotic and polarizing media landscape could benefit from an updated version of the broadcasting rule.
Published
August 7, 2022

Commentary: Democracy is hard. It’s supposed to be.

The U.S. political system tries to teach the advantages of bargaining with others and working out compromises.
Published
August 7, 2022

The Maine Millennial: Values my grandfather taught me

Blood isn’t what makes a family; love and labor makes a family. Thanks, Grampy.
Published
August 6, 2022

Commentary: Reform of Electoral Count Act will protect elections for years to come

The bipartisan efforts led by Sen. Susan Collins are far more than just a response to 2020.
Published
August 5, 2022

Our View: Amazon warehouse would be no boon to Maine

It’s OK to hope for better employment opportunities than those the ecommerce giant has to offer.
Published
August 4, 2022

Commentary: November’s election gives Maine a chance to build on recent progress

Social and economic reforms spurred by the pandemic are proof that we are capable of meaningful change. Let’s keep going.
Published
August 3, 2022

Maine Voices: Here and everywhere, cashiers should be allowed to take a seat

American supermarket and retail workers deserve better than the standard – standing – American check stand.