At an international conference or in Washington, progress is being made, if too slowly.
Editorials
View from Away: Blame will fall on Biden and Democrats unless economic turnaround comes quickly
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (TNS)
Our View: Getting Maine back to work
A think tank’s report identifies child care subsidies and other aid to families as a necessary step toward full economic recovery.
View from Away: The US should be realistic about missile defense
Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
Our View: We don’t have to put up with high energy bills
Household aid and energy efficiently can help right away, but long-term investments in clean energy are necessary to lower costs.
Our View: Veterans need us to keep our promises
A new VA facility in southern Maine shows a commitment to serving those who served the nation.
Our View: Historic infrastructure bill will bolster communities, improve lives
The more than $1 trillion package makes long-overdue investments in transportation, clean water and high-speed internet.
Our View: College enrollment drop could cost us later
COVID’s disruption of people’s lives could create long-term economic problems for the state.
Our View: Federal prescription plan has been on Maine’s agenda for years
The Build Back Better plan includes a price negotiation system for prescription drugs, and all of Maine’s congressional delegation should support it.
View from Away: New report about Jan. 6 is a crucial reality check regarding an attempted coup
St. Louis Post-Dispatch (TNS)